Breathwork
What are the benefits of of a breath journey?
- Deep Emotional Release and Healing
- Access to the Subconscious and Expanded Awareness
- Integration of Mind, Body, and Spirit
- Relief from Stress and Anxiety
- Alleviation of Chronic Physical Pain
- Deeper connection to self, to others, to Spirit
- Access to more energy / life force
- Awakening of inner gifts / purpose
How is The Mirror Journey different than other breathwork?
“I had one of the most, if not the most profound experience from the session. I fell into it quickly and was taken on a journey and witnessed my life from nearly the beginning to the end. There were visions, sensations, tears, pain, joy - all of it. I have sat with plant medicine many times, did a 12 day silent meditation retreat, yoga training...the whole nine - but I am in AWE that I experienced what I did through the breath and your gorgeous music alone. I am stunned.”
—Meghan
Is breathwork safe for everyone?
Breathwork is safe for most, but there are medical contraindications. You should not participate in intense breathwork if you have or have had any of the following conditions, unless you have received medical clearance from a licensed physician.
Medical Contraindications
- Pregnancy
- History of aneurysm
- Severe cardiovascular disease
- Recent heart attack or stroke
- Uncontrolled high blood pressure
- Detached retina or recent eye surgery
- Severe osteoporosis
- Recent major surgery
- Epilepsy or seizure disorders
- Bipolar disorder (Type I)
- Schizophrenia or psychotic disorders
- Active severe PTSD with dissociation or psychosis
- Severe asthma or uncontrolled respiratory disease
- Recent psychiatric hospitalization
- Active substance withdrawal
*The following requires disclosure. Please let us know if you know are experiencing any of the following in your registration form:
Relative Contraindications
- Controlled asthma or COPD
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
- Thyroid disorders
- Heart murmurs or arrhythmias
- Panic disorder
- Anxiety or depression
- Trauma history
- Eating disorders
- Chronic pain, fibromyalgia, autoimmune conditions
- Migraines, vertigo, or TMJ disorders
- Recent emotional trauma or grief
Psychological Safety
Breathwork may surface emotional or psychological material.
- Active suicidal ideation
- Severe dissociation
- Psychotic symptoms
- Delusional or manic episodes
Medication Disclosure
I understand that certain medications may influence my breathwork experience. I agree to disclose if I am taking:
- Antidepressants
- Antipsychotics
- Benzodiazepines
- Mood stabilizers
- Heart or blood pressure medications
- ADHD medications
What should I bring to a breath journey?
You will be laying down for most of the session so it is important to be as comfortable to allow yourself to surrender to the experience. What to bring depends on our locations:
Topanga Log Cabin
*There will be a bed, pillow and eye mask for you. Feel free to bring your own if you prefer.
- Comfortable clothing
- Warm layers - the cabin can be cool
- Blanket
- Journal + pen/pencil
- Water bottle
The Mirror at Meander Canyon, Pioneertown
(or any other venue that is hosting a Mirror Journey)
- Comfortable clothing
- Mat and or sheepskin or blanket to lay on top of
- Blanket to cover you
- Pillow
- Warm layers as desert temperatures can drop at sunset
- Journal + pen/pencil
- Water bottle
Desert Venue
Is The Mirror Desert Venue available to rent for private events?
Yes. Our desert venue is set up to accommodate private events, offsites, family gatherings, weddings, etc. We can also coordinate gourmet chef services if needed.
What is the exact location?
We do not publicize our address. You will receive a pin when you register for one of our events. We are about a 25 minute drive from Pioneertown, near Gamma Gulch.
What are the accommodations like at The Mirror?
The Mirror offers glamping style accommodations:
- 1 trailer with queen size bed
- 2 small pre-fab pods with queen sized
- 4 bell tents that can be set up with either 3 twins or 1 queen.
There is only one flushable toilet, 1 indoor shower, 1 outdoor shower, 1 self composting outhouse, and solar thermal hot tub under the stars.