This instalment of Christopher Gladwell and James Earls's two-part series on the evolution of breathing and breathwork deals with finding the 'perfect breath'. Building on the evolutionary science of breathing explored in volume 1, this book enables the reader to recognize the situational demands placed on themselves or their clients and to respond with the relevant breathwork technique. From reaching sustainable peak performance in sports to adjusting stress and trauma induced breathing patterns to gain resilience, the authors explore the reasons why we don't breathe the way we should and how breathwork practitioners can help clients find the 'perfect breath' for their situation and health. Gladwell and Earls treat topics such as breathwork for women and breathwork for spiritual transcendence and longevity with sensitivity and care, citing interviews and contributions from other experts. An invaluable resource on its own and a companion book to volume 1, this comprehensive volume includes explanatory videos to clearly demonstrate featured techniques.
Christopher Gladwell is a breathwork, yoga, and meditation practitioner. He is a member of the International Breathwork Federation (IBF) and the British Rebirth Society as well as being an elder with the Yoga Alliance UK. He is the author of 14 books on yoga and meditation and has also written over 50 articles for the yoga press. He lives in Bristol, UK. James Earls is a Structural Integration practitioner and manual therapist with decades of experience. He holds diplomas in various forms of bodywork and a BA(Hons) in Psychology and an MSc in Human Anatomy & Evolution. James lectures regularly worldwide and is a co-organizer of the annual Evolution101 Summit in London. James is the author of three books and lives in London.
Explores?the relevant breathwork techniques for responding to various situations.
As a medical doctor and breathwork teacher, I find Christopher Gladwell and James Earl's The Evolving Breath Volume One and Two to be an invaluable resource. This work bridges science, physiology, and lived experience with great clarity and depth, while also honoring the breath as a profound doorway into healing and transformation. What makes this book truly special is the heart and wisdom Christopher and James bring to every page. They don't just share knowledge-they invite us into a deeper relationship with ourselves and with life through the breath. The Evolving Breath is both practical and inspiring, and I warmly recommend it to anyone who wishes to explore the power of breath as a guide for health, growth, and evolution. * Dr Ela Manga - MBBCH (Wits) DCH (SA) DipObst (SA) CBP * For modern humans, breathwork is survival; for breathworkers, it is a calling. These two volumes are a timely reminder that breath is our most universal medicine. In a world filled with noise and uncertainty, every human needs breathwork - and every breathworker will find here, knowledge, inspiration and responsibility. A must-read for anyone seeking healing, clarity, resilience, and a deeper connection to life itself. * Dr Viola Edward, Breathwork Trainer & Author *
