From CrossFit enthusiast to an advocate for emotional healing, Amanda Curry’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Through her personal inner child healing process during the challenges of the pandemic, Amanda discovered the transformative power of Breathwork. This practice became a powerful tool for unlocking deep-seated emotions, navigating the demands of motherhood, and stepping into a more aligned and empowered version of herself. In this inspiring conversation, Amanda shares how Breathwork has enriched her work as a physical therapist in pediatric oncology and how she uses it to support her clients, patients, and even her own family.

Imagine breaking through emotional barriers with the same determination it takes to open a stubborn jar of peanut butter. Amanda's unique and relatable analogies bring clarity to how breathwork helps us navigate resistance, emotional blockages, and life’s everyday challenges. Whether you’re a seasoned breathwork practitioner, a healthcare professional, or someone curious about starting this practice, this episode is filled with actionable insights and heart-centered inspiration.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• [2:17] How Amanda discovered breathwork during her inner child healing journey and unlocked suppressed emotions.
• [7:15] How breathwork bypasses mental resistance to release grief, frustration, and anger.
• [12:47] Amanda’s powerful "peanut butter jar" analogy to explain resistance and how breathwork helps you move through it.
• [17:42] Why reconnecting with the breath is crucial for healing and reclaiming your body.
• [24:56] Amanda’s approach to gently introducing breathwork to beginners, making it accessible for everyone.
• [34:02] How breathwork helped Amanda process "mom rage" and years of suppressed anger—and transformed her parenting approach.
• [40:52] The impact of teaching emotional regulation to children and an adorable moment when Amanda’s daughter used breathwork to self-soothe.
• [45:05] Amanda’s inspiring final wisdom: “Your want is enough,” and why breathwork is a powerful tool for lasting change.

To Connect with Amanda Russo:
~ linktree.com/thebreathinggoddess
~ Instagram: @thebreathinggoddess

Links & Resources Mentioned

• Connect with Amanda Curry on Instagram: @theSomaticDPT
• Book Recommendation: The Five Personality Patterns by Stephen Kessler

Until next time, keep breathing, keep shifting, and keep embracing the magic within you. You’ve got this!

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