Thank you from the absolute bottom of my heart. I finally tried your method. I've been clinically diagnosed with PTSD anxiety and depression. I have been struggling with alcoholism. Its been so bad that I haven't slept in two days, I punched a big dent in to my car last night. I was on the verge of doing something I'd regret. I did 4 rounds of your technique. It's gone. The urge to drink, the anger, the fear, the anxiety, the sadness is all gone, all of it. I cried tears if relieve and happiness for 15 minutes straight. I can't remember the last time I cried. You just may have literally saved my life. Thank you.
Hi David, I'm so happy for you! Please check out Richard Grannon for deeper insight into and HEALING from PTSD, C-PTSD and/or narcissistic abuse, all of which has led to my struggles with depression, anxiety and fibromyalgia. I have found tremendous relief from all of it except the fibro (which is really a syndrome of symptoms, the primary one being widespread pain). I'm going to start this breathing technique next. But, Richard Grannon is THE absolute best on YT for PTSD, etc., even though most of the time he presents in a T-shirt, lol. He is also really intelligent and hilarious! He knows when to be serious, but it has been so good for me to laugh through the healing!
i used this for 3 month straight and finally I could release myself from a 10 year cannabis addiction, thank your sir your technique saved me from throwing my life away without even noticing it
Step 1: Get Comfortable Step 2: Breath in and out continuously (30-40 times) Step 3: Breathe out and retain the breath-hold as long as you can, without force Step 4: After retention, take a deep breath in and hold it for a further 10-15 seconds Step 5: Repeat the entire process for another three rounds
Breathing Technique Tips Relax. A relaxed body on an empty stomach absorbs more oxygen Feel. Don’t get too hung up on counting, feel how your body responds Observe. Record your thoughts and retention times (but remember it’s not a competition)
archtopone retention is on the final exhale. Empty lungs. As long as you can. Then after 90-120 sec of hold (as long as possible), you inhale fully and do a shorter hold of around 15sec. Then repeat cycle.
I have extreme anxiety. I started this last week and it unbelievable! I started crying and releasing a lot of negative beliefs. Today I did it and then hopped in a cold shower. Oh my goodness! Just stayed in the shower crying and there were the most logical and wonderful thoughts in my head “you are loved” “life loves you” “you are taken care of” and I was in the shower just sobbing and crying. When I got out I felt amazing! Happy, loved, at peace and ready to start an awesome day! Thank you Wim! I’ve had anxiety since I was 7. Now at 44 I see how as a child I locked in certain beliefs and kept them through the decades and how I was finally able to release them. Simply amazing! Thank you again Wim!!
Started to cry while reading your comment. Thank you for sharing, I am so motivated now to Try out the cold showers plus breath work. I am no longer myself atm I am filled up with anxiety, negative thoughts, low energy level and hormonal imbalance. I will start tomorrow and I will share this with my friends who are also struggling . I am more than happy that I found out about wim today, I am so overwhelmed and full of joy and motivation.
@@annaiscrazy1 me too, but do not understand how often do you do the breathing exercises nor how cold is a cold shower, and if one has bronqui and sinus problem how one does it slowly
Im glad this man isn’t making classes that have to be paid for to teach people a breathing technique. Thank you for everything you share with the world via RUclips!
@@lemmingdot life long techniques that will improve overall life quality with zero sickness isnt worth 300$? That's just the tip of the iceberg.. his 10 week class teaches you everything you need to know to calm your mind to fighting of disease.. clearly you've never looked in to what you learn or you wouldnt be shit talking OR have no concept of a good investment 🤦♀️
You guys are straight evil. This man is doing a great thing for humanity, healing, improving, helping people be happy and reduce their anxiety etc, and you don't want him to be able to feed his family or pay his bills? You'd see him homeless and starving? Take a look at yourselves!
@@ShivCrow35847 so, is it 300 for the whole course, 10 weak course? I am not from a well developed country and still find it very reasonable not to say cheap.
You saved my life, Wim. Really, you did. My Oxygen saturation was always too low. I felt terrible, looked terrible, could not move well and could not think well. It was getting worse and I was going downhill. Three days is all it took. I have a new life, thanks to you. I owe you everything. Your method will be part of my life for the rest of my life. Sending love every day, and I wish you even more success every day.
@@wimhof1 now your time fix bald patch with ass straw breathing . dont forget hold straw ! It might get block shoot out like dart if fart . do this deep and out 100 time in day your hair back in 7 day .
You are truly one of the greatest gifts to health, strength and happiness for every human being all around the world! I live in Cape Town South Africa where we swim in the cold Atlantic Ocean every morning winter and summer after first doing your breathing technique to music. We call our group the magical mermaids and I just want to thank you for giving us all the ability to live a healthy, happy and elated life 🙏
This every day, cold showers and meditation cured my social anxiety and depression. Im 25 years old and my social issues and depression started when i was 13, for The first time in 12 years i feel free!! This works!!!!!!!! Edit: thank you for likes and comments. I gave up drinking alcohol and smoking aswell, also startedy nofap journey 13 days ago. Meditation and soul searching is the key to becoming the person you desire to be, i feel anxious in some situations of course everybody does, but the thing is i dont care about it, it is about self acceptance
@Sri Yantra cold showers in the morning about 10 minutes, atleast until the urge to scream fades. I do the breathing tech 2 Times a day sometimes 3,morning and evening. And meditate, just sit and breathe for 30 minutes when i get the chance. One month in and I feel better and better every single day.
I've only tried this for 3 days, and these 3 days have been the most productive days I have so far in my life. I can now start working early in the morning and does not have to drink coffee to function for the rest of the day. My anxiety dropped to its lowest level. I feel loved. Amazing what this breathing technique brings!!
Wim Hof, THANK YOU SO MUCH! Whoever is reading, please take my comment very seriously, it's the absolute truth. 1 hour ago I saw one of your interviews, I knew nothing about this stuff at all. Then I saw this video, and put it into practice before you finished talking. Here are the results: 1) 1' 56" 2) 2' 31" 3) 2' 26" Knowing myself I was hoping for 15-30 seconds, and then I was shocked! I didn't try to push it at all, I didn't force myself, after 20-25 breaths I lost the count and just went with whatever felt natural. I also missed the part of deep breath and hold in once, but it doesn't matter. At some point I began to tell myself how and when to breath and stop. My ability of thinking changed dramatically when I did this, I didn't feel like thinking too much. I'm 40 years old, I don't do sports, except for walking, I work in computers, and smoke once in a while, but I usually eat healthy food, don't drink and don't do drugs. However I avoid the cold at all cost, and tend to stay in very warm conditions. I've been suffering from severe "depression" for 20 years, and I don't want to go into the negative stuff, but in the past I tried medications, supplements, natural remedies, spent all my money, nothing worked. If anything SSRI almost ruined my life. ALL I KNOW is that after 15 minutes I felt so great, I smiled and laughed for 1 minute or so. People never see me smile, and here I am feeling good alone, writing a long comment on RUclips, because it means something. So I'm not sure what this technique will do for me in the long term, but it is truly remarkable how it was able to alter my state of mind in such a short time, FOR FREE. I'm not trying to achieve a fraction of what you did, Wim, I just want to be happy again. The tingling, feeling light and so on were absolutely true. My arms and legs went numb at the second round already. My hearing became very sharp at some point, I heard some ringing, not much of the visual stuff, but for a few times I was just picturing a human brain, for some reason. The most important thing that I have learned is how the concept of time changes. Like I said, I can't hold my breath for too long, I get very paranoid and go in panic mode very quickly, so I was hoping to do more than 15-30 seconds. And what I thought were like 30 seconds, were actually 2 minutes. I still feel a little high while writing this, and I have the impression that my mind and and my mood are "bright" somehow. Dank je wel Wim Hof.
It will only become stronger, the happiness and the energy. Keep on breathing and combine it with cold showers. Buy his method, You Will be a new person after a month without medicine or talking sessions. Enjoy!
Any kind of chemical that you put into your body that your body has not produced it is an external drug in any form because your body it is the biggest chemical Factory on this planet if you only know how to activate it for example our bodies have been found to have marijuana receptors that means that your body is able to produce the chemical compound that is found in marijuana and so many other drugs that have been used externally you think about that, just a tip from me, when you say you don't do drugs but you smoke cigarettes those are chemicals that you put into your body chemicals from an external source think about that. I am very happy and pleased to see people like you that are getting better in this world because we need that happening in order to have a very bright future for Humanity so take charge of your life and make your own chemistry may your path be lit with light and good luck to you. And compassion towards everybody ( ALL LIVING THINGS ) is the way of the future
Perceptor Hook, now, 3 weeks after your long comment, how are you doing? Did you go on with the technique? How are you feeling? All the best!! I am going to give it a try, too :-)
"Let your body do what your body is capable of doing. Be aware of your heart rate, slow it down and just be in this moment. Let the relaxation spread down to your toes and into your fingertips. To the base of your neck and head. You're doing fantastic." If you know, you know.
My dad is now completely off his anti depressants and he credits it to Wim's breathing exercises and cold showers. Thank you Wim for helping my dad. I've also started waking up early to include these techniques into my life and not only am I more motivated, I am notably less anxious. This stuff really does work. I hope I'm able to stick to it!
I am going to show this to my dad. He under high pressure at time and on the best way to a heart attack. Hope this will help him. Although he is 87, I think he can do this.
AgiLia, after all, this is basically just proper breathing the way it was meant to be. I honestly don't think it will hurt your old man. Hope you and him manage to learn this wonderful technique and prosper from it.
Amazing Bex Cronk. I too am on antidepressants , at the age of 68 I am going to try this, I already do the cold showers. We have one body --keeping it in good health is the key to a healthy life. Thank you
Just tried this morning. Wow. Feels so weird and I didn't quite get to round 2 but I'll work my way there. I'm gonna combine this with intermediate fasting and see how it does. May edit with results in a couple months. Edit Day 4: Holy moly. I haven't had a panic attack or even general anxiety since I've been doing this. It feels great. I feel awake and in control. More edits to come maybe. Edit 1+ month later: Wow. I legitimately don't have panic attacks anymore. When I'm anxious or stressed, I do the breathing and it just melts. Thank you, Wim. This method is incredible.
Hey man I hope my anxiety reduce with this but..my anxiety is so high always like rn I am scared to get lightheaded with breathing.Did you have that problem?
@@zodiac9131 I'm sorry this took so long. I got light headed once and just took a break. Only do what you're comfortable with. I was nervous to do it but I'm sure glad I'm doing it now.
Wow! We are in awe with all +2 million of you!! Thank you so much for watching us and making this happen!! 🙏🏻 Don't forget to subscribe and stay tuned for more content! Peace, love, and cold showers, xX Wim Hof Team❄️ EDIT: +3 million views now. Amazing stuff! Keep on breathing and stay cool ❄️
Thank you Iceman, I just tried for the first time your breathing technique, now I go for a run and then cold shower. I am so glad for your existence, keep your amazing work sir.
Wim Hof thank you so much , I’m trying to become as healthy as I possibly can to achieve my goals in my life! The universe sent me here! Much love - A 🙏🏼
I've practised my Wim Hof breathing every day for two months and I have benefitted tremendously. They should teach it to children in schools, alongside meditation. My anxiety completely disappears for up to 4 hours after a half hour breathing session. Thanks Wim!
This is so good to know! I just tried it for my anxiety but only got toward the end of the first 30sec hold. My anxiety was telling me I might have a heart attack or pass out, so I had to stop as I got scared. I will try again as it sounds like it helps and I am happy it is helping you! 🌸
@@BexLovesLife It takes a little practise ... so build it up slowly. Only do what feels right, don't force it. I could only hold for a few seconds at first - I can do more than 2 minutes now. Just follow the guided session every day if you can. On an empty stomach is best. But the main thing is - relax and enjoy it.
School is brainwashing camp. They’re preparing you to work a 9-5job for the rest of your life. Why would schools teach you how to be free. Look up Rockefeller.. they took over the school system
After doing this everyday. I was able to stop my gastric attacks that occurs 1-2 times a week. 3 months, im off gastric medications and zero gastric attacks.
Tried this about an hour after my workout so I was feeling exhausted and ready to relax. I did 3 rounds of this.. It has been 15 minutes since I finished and my arms and hands are still tingling. I feel relaxed, I feel grounded, but also feel like I could run a mile if I had to. It's a weird feeling to explain.. I highly recommend everyone to try this out!
Are you able to hold for 90 seconds after exhale? I can do 30 at most. Maybe I'm letting too much air out? No lung issues, I just cannot hold. Through the comments I don't see other people having this issue. Do you?
Thank you Wim! I am 72 years old lady. Your method helps me to go through Chemo treatment. And it helps me feeling great and happy! Cold showers are fantastic and they lift up my mood and body strenth!❤😅 I am practicing for about a half of a year now 😊
I cried when I realized that I can do this to! I’m 52 years old. I’m a Native American, Lakota Sioux. I WILL HEAL MYSELF FROM KIDNEY DISEASE AND AUTO IMMUNE DISEASE RA!! Thank you Wim!
White buffalo calf, I wish you all the best in the world. I wish that you and your beautiful nation go through this very challenging time with faith knowing in your heart that you will be allright and stonger in every way. I am doing that😊 I send my love and prayer for you and all your beautiful people. 🙏💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗from london UK
Definitely keep seeing your doctor too. Holistic medicine. You will heal best when you do what the doctor says AND get your spirit and body right naturally as well.
I'm actually in tears... bcuz for once.... SOMETHING IS ACTUALLY WORKING. I feel Great... its definitely a different feeling... and I love it. And learning to love myself....
I don't know what just happened! I am lost for words for when I tried this. After the third round or so, I started to feel immense tingling/electricity all throughout my body, i got very cold, started shaking and then out of nowhere I started to cry like crazy. I am truly speechless at what I experienced. I feel as if I almost had an outer body experience. I am still crying writing this and I never ever cry. I feel as if all the stress I was carrying has been released. Truly magical. Without question I am going to keep doing this.
You should try a holotropic breathwork day. It's more intense and releases blocked emotions. Not something to do on your own though as you should always have someone with you
Awesome Peter!!!! Don't worry about these ignorant people....until they try themselves, they simply cannot respect and honor the practice and it's array of benefits that we can. I had the same experience as yourself on my third day in...I have been undergoing ALOT of stress and anxiety for quite a while now....that release(crying) was so freeing...i couldn't stop....afterwards, I felt amazing, super light and had a new perspective and excitement for my future knowing I now have this life transformational tool to help me.
Full & Deep Inhale into the stomach through the nose and/or mouth. Exhale a little through the mouth (just let go of the held breath, don't forcefully exhale). Perform 30 Repetitions. You may get dizzy, light headed & feel tingling sensations. This is normal. After 30 repetitions, exhale fully, completely emptying the lungs & hold the exhaled breath out for as long as is comfortable. When you cannot hold the exhaled breath out anymore, take a long, deep breath into the stomach & then hold the breath in for 15 seconds. After 15 seconds of holding the breathe in, return to the beginning for another 30 breaths. This marks a complete round. Repeat for 3-5 rounds in total every morning. Best performed on an empty stomach for optimal benefits.
@@BaketballKidMC you dont have to, but honestly if you wan tto feel the best, use your nose. The nose is meant for breathing. Do quick research on mouth vs nose breathing and youll see why. Ive done this method on both and the nose is just a different world compared to doing it with ythe mouth.
After four rounds of this I traveled deep into the cosmos, through wormholes of time and space. My whole body was vibrating. Incredible peace and serenity.
Mr. Hof, I do not have the words to express how much I admire you - in this day and age when every you tuber wants to sell you something (and I know you have products) , BUT you still make your life changing techniques available to anyone.. for free. You are one of the good guys.
I recently quit a toxic job. The workplace was in another country, not in my native country. After I quit my job, I had to return to my country. I started to feel anxious, worried, I couldn't focus on what I had to do, I didn't participate in activities with my family, because of the anxiety, I couldn't be happy to be at home. I prayed to God to help me and I came across Wim Hof. I started doing these techniques and my condition improved from the first day. I no longer have negative thoughts, anxiety, fear, I am active and participate in the activities around me. I'm getting better. God always helps us.THANK YOU, God bless you Wim Hof🙏
Anyone reading this, I want you to know that you are the absolute top of human beings. You faced the unknown and without judgement tried their instructions. You make me proud to be human. With all the love I can give, Raphael
nigga I'm here because this is scientifically proven to improve strength and athletic performance because of chemistry. get your hoodoo pseudospirituality bullshit outta here.
For whatever reason I thought it was confusing when I first listened to the video so here's a breakdown from Wim's mini class. I am so glad I somehow found my way back to Wim's teachings! One enlightened human he is 🙏 Step 1: Get Comfortable Step 2: Start to breathe. Fully in (nose/mouth) then let go (mouth), continuously, 30-40 times Step 3: Last breath - breathe out, emptying the lungs. Hold for as long as you can (no force) Step 4: After the hold, take a deep breath in and hold for 10-15 seconds Step 5: Repeat the entire process for another 2 or 3 rounds
Ok so I just tried this for the first time and my mind has been blown! I honestly feel like I’ve taken drugs, all woozy and tingly and just amazing. Still can’t quite believe it, Wim Hoff sir you’ve made a believer out of me. Many thanks for sharing this with the world.
When I first started, I could barely hold my breath for 30 seconds. Now, a mere 2 weeks later, I can hold it for 2 min 38 seconds!! My ears ring and my whole body is buzzing and tingling - which actually feels amazing!! He’s so right about getting high on your own supply! And the feeling afterwards- wow- it’s as if someone covered me up with a blanket of peace and relaxation!! BEST PART: I haven’t used my inhaler in a week, at least!!! (I have COPD)☹️and after hiking over 2 hours yesterday, I was NOT short of breath AT ALL!!! Now I’ll be able to return to hiking- my favorite thing - which I gave up when the COPD got worse, a couple of years ago! Thank you, Wim!!!❤️❤️❤️I absolutely love love LOVE you!!! You are my guru!! 🙏🙏🙏Bless you and your kind, compassionate heart!! You’ve given me the ability to breathe like I used to in my early 20s!!!😁🙏❤️
3 days in, 3 sessions a day, 3 rou ds each session. I can feel my mind clearing out. Identifying the sources of toxicity in my life and realizing that happiness is almost a choice you make more than it is just your circumstances in life. I will declutter my life by making positive choices and working hard. Thank you so much.
What a legend. I really like his personality, looks like he is a friend i would like to have. Thank you Wim for your teachings, in these hard times. Stay healthy and i hope i can meet you in the future.
Tonight, I was feeling angry for no reason, and I was feeling a lot pressure in my body, and I did this for 20 minutes and the whole energy did change on me and I feel great and peaceful now. Thank you so much .
This is the best I have felt in months of a pretty bad depression spiral. I normally do meditation to help with anxiety but this blew me away. Truly amazing
I had a really rough break up and I’m astounded at how quickly this made me feel calmer. I’ve been stressed for weeks. I literally have adhd and anxiety and the amount of mental clarity I’m feeling is insane. I’m going to implement this in my day more often!
Hi, I’m Talon. I’m thirteen years old (almost 14) and I have undiagnosed social anxiety. I got it around the last week of 7th grade and it was horrible. I couldn’t go out in public without throwing up. But I am trying to cure it by talking to people, traveling, this breathing method, meditation, and cold showers. Ever since I started I have been noticing a bit of progress. And soon I will feel comfortable at school. Thank You Wim, you are helping me on this bumpy roller coaster ride the call life.
Way to go Talon ! I hated school as well , and felt uncomfortable but looking at it now i wished i had enjoyed the moment back then, i hope you manage to start being relaxed about it and enjoy it soon! Peace !
I realized that my anxiety is like cold water (it causes stress on my body) so I started to perceive anxiety as something external to me, and when I feel it I imagine it's just cold water...this helps me to don't identify me with my anxiety which therefore disappears quickly! I can handle it like a cold shower..hope this is helpful for someone else :)
Okay! So today I was like I wanna try this and I did 3 rounds, I’m so shook that I did all the 3 rounds and during the second round I started crying so bad but I kept doing it and completed 3 rounds. I’m so relaxed now and it’s like I’ve been keeping all my emotions inside me from my childhood and ignoring the fact that how bad it is for me and my body. But today, it feels like a new birth of mine by doing only one session! Now onwards, these sessions will be as important as food and water to me! Wim hoff is a blessing to humanity! ❤️🙏🏻
I cried too my first time. I’m 3 weeks practicing breathing and cold showers,,, feeling calmer. My goal is to do it for 6 months,,, and review,,, just might turn into a life practice. Thank you Wim for sharing your knowledge 🥰 blessings to all❤️
Wim, you're so fortunate your life-saving methods haven't earned nowhere near the recognition they deserve. If you had won a Nobel prize the pharma establishment might have sent a hit squad against you.
Joshua Pevy I suggest watching Body posture / head posture (mending) video’s. Athlean X is a great help if you are struggling with body imbalances. The moment you start exercising you”ll feel better. When you know what muscle imbalances you have, try to have good posture and do these breathing exercises again.
Joshua Pevy If its the case that your body is imbalanced (like mine was), exercises will first be really hard. You will do things wrong and it will feel hard. Push trough this, then the results come.
Joshua Pevy Ive struggled with Anterior pelvic tilt (weak ass / abs and tight, overworked lower back / hip flexors. Also (from sitting all day) I had really bad head posture, (mending will help you with this). You will have to learn to activate the inactive muscle groups and stretch the overactive ones. Brings balanceeee :)
Thank you been doin this for 4 days now usually at 4 rounds. My only problem is holding my breath no more than a minute. I'm 72 years old if that makes any difference.Thanx again for your great work.
I am a 57 year old just started doing this and it’s amazing. My tips that I have used to bring on the beautiful calmness during the breath hold extension would be some visualisation techniques. I have used looking up at the blue sky through my Apple tree just as an example or imagining energy flowing through your body. If you listen with headphones like me with an I phone give it a periodic shake as otherwise it flips to standby and the distraction for me then breaks the breath hold!!. At the start there is a tendency to have some fear about the unusual physical feelings but I found you just have to go with it and you’ll be ok. Peace and love to Wim and everyone
I am suffering from extreme anxiety that dictates every aspect of my life and i did this excercise yesterday and on my way to work i literally laughed uncrontrollably and almost shed a tear because i felt so free. It was an amazing feeling. Todays session was not as good because i tried sitting up and was contemplating if i should breathe in through my mouth or my nose or if i breathed coreectly and if i filled my lungs enough for it to have the same effect. After watching Wim Hof explain it himself and showcase the technique i feel confident that I will have a really good session tomorrow ! Thank you sir for this amazing gift
I only do the breathing program, I'm on day 44 of a streak. I LOVE IT - it's changed the way I breathe throughout the day, also. The easiest hack of my life. I'm also now only breathing through my nose, which makes for a much better quality breath. That one I literally changed from moment to moment it was so easy to do. And the results are immense, feel better, look better, more peace, more joy. Thanks, Wim! (The cold showers are another matter. I simply have not been able to step into a cold shower. I stood in front of the cold water for 5 minutes and simply could not do it, period. Maybe in the future.).
To anyone fighting depression, give yourself a break and just do it, 10 min breathework pr day... my depression did go away after 4 days 😄🥰👍 Still doing it now 1.5 year in + the cold showers 🥶🥳 never been better 👍 Thank you Wim 💪😃👍
@@editor7354 maybe it try yourself 🤷🏻♂️ Everyone is different from others, I have seen many comments and reviews on being out of depression in few days after doing this Wim Hoff method
@@Zeus-fe3we that makes 0 sense, depression is a mental disorder, theres no scientific proof that breathing can cure that He probably was depressed, but didnt have depression, big difference
@@DerpyDos Whoa hey, depression can be a mental disorder but its a complicated thing, I'm not claiming to be an expert on it, but first, excluding conditional depression (which also isnt just being depressed for a min) there are separate types, clinical depression is a mental disorder in that if you can take certain pills/SSRIs and other such drugs and undergo positive effects, there's a chemical imbalance or simply it's a physiological thing (at the base, can be mental/maybe spiritual? that could be bullshit, too) and that isn't to say that if you aren't affected by any drugs, that you dont have a chemical imbalance but but if it does help or cure it that would indicate it was that. There are multiple types and peoples experiences may vary. Your journey doesn't define others but it also isn't any lesser or any less valid because of someones conflicting experience. Will always be different roads for separate people, even those with a similar infliction. Peace
Anxiety, Depression, Loss of self all gone. I added visualization to give myself crystal clear focus of how I desire to see my future. There's no need for medication. We were all born with everything we need... Great work Hof!
Dorian Franco True. Saying that we are all born with everything we need. Is not true at all. Saying that most of us have most we need is more appropiate I think.
i thank you so much mr. Wim Hof. Your Tutorials and Podcasts are helping not only me.. but also my Girlfriend who is suffering depression and more than 20 Doctors could not do anything about it. THANK U!!!
Pls help me pls. Is it helpful in depression???you have depression for how many years??? In how much time it will give results??? Pls reply sir. And how much depression you have????
Wow, this is pretty amazing! I tried it for the first time right after watching the video and was able to hold my breath for 2'36, 2'45, and 3'15. Previously, I couldn't hold my breath for more than 90 seconds with lungs full of air. Then I went to take a warm shower. Before I stepped out, I gradually turned the water to cold and colder and was able to stand comfortably under the cold water for over 1 minute. Right around the 30th deep breath, I feel tingling in my limbs, numbness and warmth throughout my body, and complete relaxation. After I exhaled and held my breath, I experienced the calmest feeling I've ever felt. Then when I needed to inhale again, I was even calmer - without having to gasp for air, without having to breathe fast. Not sure what the long term benefits will be for me, but just experiencing the immediate effects is pretty cool and promising.
You're doing it in the wrong way. You're not supposed to hold your breath but stay WITHOUT breath in your lungs for 2 minutes. Then you take a deep breath and hold it for 15 secs. Watch the video again
@@mindpower2824 Perhaps you misread my comment. I stopped inhaling after the final deep breath and deflation of the lungs. At that point, I "stayed without breath" for over 3 minutes. I've gone up to 4'30 since.
I was LITERALLY AFRAID of doing it and i cant believe for how long it was for me without air!! I AM BLOWN AWAY! THANK YOU WIM! This will be part of my DAILY morning routine from day on! 1;56 / 3;34 / 3;54
@@Travelwiththennarasu Ability of holding breath results from getting rid of CO2 during episodes of hyperventilation, CO2 level is the thing that tells our mind that we need to take a breath
The faster you breath before holding breath the longer you will be able to hold it of course it has limits and can be prolonged by exercises but thats the general rule resulting from how body works
This man is my hero and really inspires me to believe there's hope for the world. Keep up the amazing work Wim, you're a true human being, world needs people like you 👍💪
I feel like I've been here for 37 years only 1/4 breathing. No wonder we're all having mental health problems. Stress is causing our stomachs to get tight and our guts must be getting no air, so we're not getting enough oxygen, and the oxygen we aren't getting in our bellies must be the happy shit haha
I just did 4 rounds of the breathing exercise for the first time... easily held my breath for 3 minutes which I've never done! It really does feel like drugs when you inhale after not breathing for 3 minutes. I also feel great after. Thank you for sharing this with the world Wim.
Isn’t it interesting how the breath holding gets easier? I struggled at first with even one minute, but tried this again and it was effortless-I could actually pause the tutorial video and go longer. I’m glad you’re having success too.
This method is nothing short of amazing. I've been struggling with anxiety my whole life and much more so for about the past 7 years. Constantly running a million scenarios, criticisms, worries, and doubts through my mind. I've been looking for answers and the are so many great people offering advice and help, but I struggle with finding practical ways of implementing psychological techniques. This breathing method is so simple and easy to do and yet after I tried it my mind felt like walking into a completely white, empty room where my voice echos off the walls. And then I realized I could hear my own voice. MY voice. And it was the ONLY voice I could hear. I was blown away that this 10 minute breathing technique allowed me to experience that ACTUAL peace of mind after all these years. Thank you Wim, this is absolutely going to start my day, every day, from here on out.
@@mimi1o8 be sure to consult with a cardiologist, or at least a MD before beginning and I recommend you have a sitter with you, someone to help you out of the water after 2 minutes.
Shane Bruce, your comment here means a lot to me. Been suffering depression since childhood. But never realised until I reached 35 yrs of age to feel I had that. Studying psychology together im doing Yoga and recently started Wim's breathing. Feels my trapped emotions is more relieved now. But, my ability to focus and concentration is still at a lower level.
Breathe thru. Nose. on inhaling exhale thru mouth. Do not force!! As yoga teacher for 35 yrs. it is a progressive tech. Takes time for body’s nervous system to open. Do it sitting with spine straight feet flat on floor. See breath as light filling all cells. By breathing thru nose u activate Prana to move. This is BUddhist breath. Buddha learned from yogis! Give your self weeks to come into mastery. Elizabeth
This never gets old. After first day I suddenly no longer needed that pot of coffee in the morning, didn’t even want it. Drinking a half cup just for the pleasure of the warm taste. But that’s it. Best way to start the day. The snowball effect into the rest of the day is so clear. My family sees it. I feel it. Thank you Wim and to all the teachers before you for bringing this to humanity.
The thing I don't understand about this is that there is a physiological pH of 7.35 - 7.45. Hyperventilating leads to respiratory alkalosis and too much alkalinity also has its side effects. I think that transient hyperventilation is great because it does oxygenate the blood and revitalizes several tissues and muscles. It also gives a feeling of euphoria. However, more than twice a day I think is overkill. They do tests in medicine called spirometry where a person has to fully exhale and then fully inhale. I remember that each time I did, I could inhale more air and exhale more because my performance was getting better. This is done for people who have asthma. I'd be very careful however, on holding your breath for too long. It's not a contest and the purpose of this exercise is to oxygenate not a breath holding contest. Wim Hof method works and I use it. The cold temperatures act to reduce inflammation. This is also why countries in colder climates have higher expectancy. Inflammation leads to cell injury. Age is simply when cells stop dividing. All cells have their pre-programmed apoptosis based on the Hayflick limit, but inflammation can make it worse. Even stress or anxiety can lead to inflammation. This is why combining Wim Hof with cold temperatures is good. The final cherry on the top is basically forgiving yourself for your mistakes and forgiving others, learning to be satisfied with where you are in life right now and being optimistic, to get past any anxiety. This my friends, is true meditation and it actually works.
CuriousCat Hii!! Well i suffer from anxiety and learned about this dude at 3 am in the morning when i was scared because i imagined someone being outside my door, ready to kidnap and kill me. I ended up trying and got myself a little ”high” i suddenly just laughed and felt this euphoria and nothing could scare me. Then it went away and my anxiety came back but i still felt you know, happiness. I didnt feel as scared. As you are saying, this should be overpractised and so on but my anxiety is so fucking bad like i sometimes fear people so much i have to cross the street not to be near them, even though they are not going to hurt me in anyway.. i think this plus cold showers really could help me and im hoping my anxiety will att some point go down a little cuz im at one of the worst points of anxiety that i have experienced..
@@agnese3914 I relate girl. I've been too aware and obsessed with the idea of other's opinion about myself, looks and my persona in general. I also avoid contact, I mean, I feel uncomfortable being close to strangers on the streets. I don't know what are you thinking about this fear but personally, being aware of the fact that they're in their world and seeing them with attention has helped me lots. Also reflecting the issue on myself, I don't think about other people's bussinesses more than 10 secs at most so I highly doubt others do it more than that. Take care!
That last hold at the end round 3 puts me in the most euphoric zen like state I have ever experienced. I completely understand getting "high on your own supply" lol.
You can hurt many people with your irresponsible comment! The start point is NOT at the time you wrote. People HAVE TO hear it from the beginning with FULL EXPLANATION!!! Why?? Because of this: 0:58
Mocca, the comment was meant for normal people, which excludes you. What part of the presentation says that you should not do the breathing exercise while breastfeeding? while eating? while drinking? while cooking? On a side note, go to urbancity.com / sittercity.com where you can find some help for yourself.
I am from India It's a powerful method in India we call it as pranayama It's a different form of pranayama I love to know that people are following this type of steps To free their mind I think we do this process for 1 hr or something The results is super please do it and enjoy your life maximum
I could be wrong, but I believe part of Wim's methods came from Indian meditations and possibly others. Check out Scott Carney's book if you're interested. Uh... you could probably just Google it tho..
@@xaiga29 wim's method is a form of pranayama correct, but he has learnt this type of breathing naturally by going into the ice cold waters and snow clad mountains and getting immersed into extreme cold, thankfully nature taught him this method to survive in extreme cold which also results in various health benefits, which he's teaching to all of us today.
@@Agastya_Muni I know he did that, but I thought I read somewhere that he also learned meditations from different cultures too. Like I said, I could be wrong, I'll just have to read the book again because it's been a while.
Well, I'm unfortunately, currently, going through a divorce and luckily found your beginners guide to breathing. WOW, I was hooked the first time. Now, I have been doing it every day for over 3 months and absolutely swear by it. I now do 55 fast breaths and have reached 3 min 31 seconds breath hold. Though, knowing that the breath hold (time) isn't necessarily the key to the technique... I am still impressed by how long I was able to hold my breath. When, I'm done doing your breathing exercises, which is now at about 7 to 9 rounds... I feel exhilarated... I feel alive... I feel awesome and free... Ready to take on the day... I feel like I'm part of the Universal Consciousness/vibration. This is all during and divorce that I do not want to happen. However, I'm able to handle it because this gives me the perspective and this breathing technique allows me the mindfulness to deal with it. I can't thank you enough, Wim. I bought your app and I follow all the guidelines, trying to get every award that I can. Currently working on the cold shower 20 day challenge. I love them (now)... However, first I hated them... now! I have grown to love them. I tried to suggest your method to multiple people however it seems that people NEED to be in a (negative) state to accept THIS intense type of treatment. Thanks Wim!
After doing this multiple times with great intensity and discipline I have come to find an astonishingly high level in clarity of though and a newly discovered sense of self
Thanks Wim Hof! I'm going to start teaching this to my patients as they reside in prison and are extremely stressed, especially during this difficult time. Namaste 🙏🏽
@@suzanahas4740 This is what I found on Google about Paida lajin method " There is no plausible mechanism for slapping to cure any health condition. There's no research demonstrating the slightest benefit. And so far, two of its users have died." That's scary 😠😠
Исрарул Хан Hi! There is no scientific research indeed..but, paradoxically , the number of people who gave testimonials that the method helped them is bigger than those 2 unfortunate incidents..you can also google “ the bamboo healer” , who is a guy in Australia using the same method, but with the help of a bamboo stick... apparently he is quite successful in treating all kind of pains..
I have just tried this properly for the first time. I've previously done the guided version, but it worked better for me to just lie down in total quiet. I was so relaxed during the breath hold part I almost fell asleep twice. Right now in the immediate aftermath I feel a sense of euphoric calm. I can't think of any other way to describe it. Thank you.
Today I put into RUclips breathing for stress and anxiety as my husband is off work with this. He was feeling panicky just thinking about work. So we both did Wim Hof breathing together and it completely calmed my husband and he fell asleep. We are going to do this every morning before we start our day. Thankyou 😘
Omgosh, it's been about 30mins since I completed my first ever session of this breathing technique & I'm still processing every thing that just happened. I did 30 reps 5x's. After the 3rd I had this strong metallic taste in my mouth, felt extremely hungry out of nowhere, tingling hands & feet, could hold on the breathing a lot longer & strong urge to smile. By the last round, my tongue had gone completely numb but yet felt like I had pop rocks sitting on it, I felt heavy but light, more tingling, head crawling, nose itching, just WOW...WOW.... I'm Speechless for once.... Everything felt sooo right though. I just went with it. I'm having friends over later...oh yeah, their minds are going to be blown too. This is a part of my every day life now. Thank you so much!!!
I had the same sense of "suddenly hungry" thanks for pointing this out as I wasn't initially sure if it was because of the breathing exercise. Very strange symptom.
This is most helpfull tutorial i have seen my whoole life. We got all explained: when , how , how much , warnnings , explaining the sideffects ,*EVERYTHING!* I am deffinetly clicking this bell icon! Im soo happy that your method will help me in future , thank you soo much , you are a life savior!
Wim Hoff I pray for your souls peace in my subconscious your doing great thanks for putting yourself out there and promoting positivity and compassion for everyone bless you
I think it's been known in yoga for centuries. I even read in a 19th century book on health tips something like 'ten deep breaths are as good a relaxant as a glass of brandy'.
As an avid cannabis consumer ive got to say this was definitely a much better feeling in some aspects. I probably won't quit but tbis breathing technique will be very beneficial for for things cannabis cannot help with.
In Round 1 my asthma had my lungs so tight I had to work to get them open again to start Round 2. By the end of Round 3 I felt as if I had taken asthma meds to open my lungs but naturally. The effects lasted all day. I’m very grateful for this.
You might also find Buteyko breathing helpful for asthma. There's a book on it specifically for asthma sufferers called Close Your Mouth by Patrick Mckeown. He has several videos on RUclips.
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@Joshua Pevy if you get a good healthy tan, your blush will be less apparent ! I don't have to deal with blushing much because I am black (well when I exercise or am extremely embarrassed I get a bit red because I'm a little bit lightskin, but those are only extreme cases). I assume that for anyone, the darker they are, the harder it is to see!
Try Buteyko method. There are several research articles proven it to be effective for asthma. And it's a very healthy method. Wim Hof method is a very unhealthy method. You might get temporary relief, but I believe it will make you sicker in the long run. It decreases the oxygen in your cells among other things.
Oh my god, I was doing this breathing a few times, but never fully listening the instructions, but today I concentrated and I am in huge shock! without any preparation after a few minutes of breathing I was able to hold my breath for 2 minutes! It was amazing experience for me, I felt tickles in all my body, stronger than ever. I finally felt completely relaxed where didn't appear any negative thoughts in my mind. That was great. Thank you for this tutorial, fully recommend, namaste :D
By my third round, the meaning of “high on your own supply” made so much sense to me. I felt like I weighed a ton and my body was buzzing like a bee. Looking forward to incorporating this into my daily routine to see some long term changes.
I came across your video on your story yesterday for the first time and I have to say, it touched me. The way you spoke was so passionate, so intense, so real and I kept listening. The more I listened about your ice adventures, the more I wanted to do it. This morning, instead of taking a hot shower, I took a cold one instead, and it was amazing. I wish to continue this journey wherever it may lead and hoping that everyday I get to turn the knob a bit more on the colder side. YOu have been an inspiration, thank you!
ruclips.net/video/tybOi4hjZFQ/видео.html watch this video and you will understand, try to hold tour breath before watching the video and after watching the video and see the difference, it is really life changing!!
I tried this today morning , but before trying I checked for how long I could hold my breath , wich was 1:30 minutes . After the first round I held my breath for 3 minutes , 2nd round 4 minutes and the 5th round 5 minutes , wich was insane, also got in such a state of mental peace and awareness like no other
This is just phenomenal!!! Wim Hof, you are more than a genius! During the breaths I felt my whole body light and tingling, during the breath holding period I could feel my whole body vibrating, as if I were on a massage bed, this also seemed to strengthen me, energize my muscles and organs, even my ears felt being affected, buzzed a lot, my mind simply merged with the breath, as if going to a mental plane just focused on that. This was the first time, far from perfect, I imagine how far I'll go if I can perform the technique with mastery and perfection. Thank you Wim Hof. By the way, I came from your video translated into Brazilian Portuguese, and I thank you very much for that too. A hug from all over Brazil!
Panic, anxiety, depression, gone, replaced by energy and a connected feeling to nature. Breathing first thing in morning then get up and have a cold shower. Over time you will have break through moments and you will be in charge of your body and life once again. This is not a fad but being the way we were meant to be.
Yes I had that too. Make sure you are comfortable. After the first round you will see it’s not so bad. Then after the third round you will be full of energy. After a month you will gain control over your fear during the breath holding part.
Just remember anxiety can't kill you they're just feelings and feelings are something you can control. Just take your time start of just trying one set at a time. Practicing breathing will help you with anxiety alot. I'd also recommend you try passionflower extract that has helped me quite a bit with anxiety. I get the brand Secrets of the Tribe off amazon it relaxes me and if I feel like im starting to get anxiety I take it and feel better really fast. It also helps me sleep better.
Also, he says that you will feel weird and lightheaded and you might pass out and to PRESS IN to that. I was so anxious to try, because these sound like the symptoms I'm trying to cure, but It. Is. Breathing. If I pass out, that is good, it is expected. If I don't, also good. Lean in to the fear and the weird feelings. That's the only way I could get it to work. And then I joy-cried. 💜 Go for it!
You, Wim Hof, are worthy of thanks. So here they are: thanks. You've helped me, brother. I've been through common human issues, such as broken hip bones, serious traumatic brain injury, punctured and collapsed lung issues... it's all part of being alive. The problem arises when these things don't kill us.... then we are left in a very small section of the page... we are left in an ignored landscape... a place where we are fortunate to be alive, but so stressed out, even on "calm" mode, we are running ourselves to death. Thanks. You have increased my enjoyment of life again. I can now reset my pulse rate. I can reset my breath rate. I'm not wasting my life feeling like I am under oxygenated, when I am not.
i'm 24 years old, though I'm suffering a bad stomachache, discovering you from youtuber who introduced you has been life - changing for me. I'm immensely grateful for your help. Thank you so much for everything
Thank you from the absolute bottom of my heart. I finally tried your method. I've been clinically diagnosed with PTSD anxiety and depression. I have been struggling with alcoholism. Its been so bad that I haven't slept in two days, I punched a big dent in to my car last night. I was on the verge of doing something I'd regret. I did 4 rounds of your technique. It's gone. The urge to drink, the anger, the fear, the anxiety, the sadness is all gone, all of it. I cried tears if relieve and happiness for 15 minutes straight. I can't remember the last time I cried. You just may have literally saved my life. Thank you.
David Johnson so happy for you man, keep breathing
David Johnson ❤️❤️❤️
Good luck, my man, it will all be ok
Im on my first round, expecting the same results as you. Very exciting!
Hi David, I'm so happy for you! Please check out Richard Grannon for deeper insight into and HEALING from PTSD, C-PTSD and/or narcissistic abuse, all of which has led to my struggles with depression, anxiety and fibromyalgia. I have found tremendous relief from all of it except the fibro (which is really a syndrome of symptoms, the primary one being widespread pain). I'm going to start this breathing technique next. But, Richard Grannon is THE absolute best on YT for PTSD, etc., even though most of the time he presents in a T-shirt, lol. He is also really intelligent and hilarious! He knows when to be serious, but it has been so good for me to laugh through the healing!
i used this for 3 month straight and finally I could release myself from a 10 year cannabis addiction, thank your sir your technique saved me from throwing my life away without even noticing it
I have a different type of addiction but I might try it everytime I have a urge.
I think this is my sign to stop smoking cannabis 😅 it’s been 18 years for me with one one year break..How are you feeling and doing?
beautiful. Wow "without even noticing it" totally
@@allisongaw1901how’s it been 18 years you look like ur 20 lol
I never even thought of breaking my vape habit. Thank you for broadening my horizon.
Step 1: Get Comfortable
Step 2: Breath in and out continuously (30-40 times)
Step 3: Breathe out and retain the breath-hold as long as you can, without force
Step 4: After retention, take a deep breath in and hold it for a further 10-15 seconds
Step 5: Repeat the entire process for another three rounds
Breathing Technique Tips
Relax. A relaxed body on an empty stomach absorbs more oxygen
Feel. Don’t get too hung up on counting, feel how your body responds
Observe. Record your thoughts and retention times (but remember it’s not a competition)
Darshan after doing it a while is it normal to stop feeling the tingling
archtopone retention is on the final exhale. Empty lungs. As long as you can. Then after 90-120 sec of hold (as long as possible), you inhale fully and do a shorter hold of around 15sec. Then repeat cycle.
I dont feel any breathing in my head, I havent done a full round, but im scared im doing it wrong.
Deekuji :-)
I have extreme anxiety. I started this last week and it unbelievable! I started crying and releasing a lot of negative beliefs. Today I did it and then hopped in a cold shower. Oh my goodness! Just stayed in the shower crying and there were the most logical and wonderful thoughts in my head “you are loved” “life loves you” “you are taken care of” and I was in the shower just sobbing and crying. When I got out I felt amazing! Happy, loved, at peace and ready to start an awesome day! Thank you Wim! I’ve had anxiety since I was 7. Now at 44 I see how as a child I locked in certain beliefs and kept them through the decades and how I was finally able to release them. Simply amazing! Thank you again Wim!!
i'm grateful that you shared this with us. It's beautiful, i'm happy for you!
Thank You for sharing
Thank you for sharing this, you are not alone. I'm not alone...
Started to cry while reading your comment. Thank you for sharing, I am so motivated now to Try out the cold showers plus breath work. I am no longer myself atm I am filled up with anxiety, negative thoughts, low energy level and hormonal imbalance. I will start tomorrow and I will share this with my friends who are also struggling . I am more than happy that I found out about wim today, I am so overwhelmed and full of joy and motivation.
@@annaiscrazy1 me too, but do not understand how often do you do the breathing exercises nor how cold is a cold shower, and if one has bronqui and sinus problem how one does it slowly
Im glad this man isn’t making classes that have to be paid for to teach people a breathing technique. Thank you for everything you share with the world via RUclips!
wrong, good technique but the classes are expensive as fuck, cheapass
@@lemmingdot life long techniques that will improve overall life quality with zero sickness isnt worth 300$? That's just the tip of the iceberg.. his 10 week class teaches you everything you need to know to calm your mind to fighting of disease.. clearly you've never looked in to what you learn or you wouldnt be shit talking OR have no concept of a good investment 🤦♀️
You guys are straight evil. This man is doing a great thing for humanity, healing, improving, helping people be happy and reduce their anxiety etc, and you don't want him to be able to feed his family or pay his bills? You'd see him homeless and starving? Take a look at yourselves!
@@ShivCrow35847 so, is it 300 for the whole course, 10 weak course?
I am not from a well developed country and still find it very reasonable not to say cheap.
@@ShivCrow35847 how to attend the class please
You saved my life, Wim. Really, you did. My Oxygen saturation was always too low. I felt terrible, looked terrible, could not move well and could not think well. It was getting worse and I was going downhill. Three days is all it took. I have a new life, thanks to you. I owe you everything. Your method will be part of my life for the rest of my life. Sending love every day, and I wish you even more success every day.
Right on! Hey, you did that yourself! Thank you
Dont forget ass straw breath teqnique it grow hair to head
@@wimhof1 now your time fix bald patch with ass straw breathing . dont forget hold straw ! It might get block shoot out like dart if fart . do this deep and out 100 time in day your hair back in 7 day .
You are truly one of the greatest gifts to health, strength and happiness for every human being all around the world!
I live in Cape Town South Africa where we swim in the cold Atlantic Ocean every morning winter and summer after first doing your breathing technique to music.
We call our group the magical mermaids and I just want to thank you for giving us all the ability to live a healthy, happy and elated life 🙏
Since he didn't comment I this I would offer the advice that if you wish to heal (balance your adrenal) I would recommend this method
This every day, cold showers and meditation cured my social anxiety and depression.
Im 25 years old and my social issues and depression started when i was 13, for The first time in 12 years i feel free!!
This works!!!!!!!!
Edit: thank you for likes and comments. I gave up drinking alcohol and smoking aswell, also startedy nofap journey 13 days ago. Meditation and soul searching is the key to becoming the person you desire to be, i feel anxious in some situations of course everybody does, but the thing is i dont care about it, it is about self acceptance
@Sri Yantra cold showers in the morning about 10 minutes, atleast until the urge to scream fades. I do the breathing tech 2 Times a day sometimes 3,morning and evening. And meditate, just sit and breathe for 30 minutes when i get the chance. One month in and I feel better and better every single day.
Dennis V Glad to hear you are doing better! Keep going!
@@luccardi. thank you! Have a great day
Dennis V what order do you do it in?
@@liamfinley723 wake up, breathing tech, meditation, cold shower. Work, come home breathing tech, meditation.
I've only tried this for 3 days, and these 3 days have been the most productive days I have so far in my life. I can now start working early in the morning and does not have to drink coffee to function for the rest of the day. My anxiety dropped to its lowest level. I feel loved. Amazing what this breathing technique brings!!
Do you breathe through the mouth? Always thought through the nose out of the mouth?
@@kathydean6491I breathe in and out both using my mouth, like Wim Hof does. I hope this helps!
@@slippys.3599 Thank you
Try sauna also that is amazing as magic
@@kevinboss9170 i absolutely agree! Hammams (steam rooms) are also great!
Wim Hof, THANK YOU SO MUCH!
Whoever is reading, please take my comment very seriously, it's the absolute truth.
1 hour ago I saw one of your interviews, I knew nothing about this stuff at all.
Then I saw this video, and put it into practice before you finished talking. Here are the results:
1) 1' 56"
2) 2' 31"
3) 2' 26"
Knowing myself I was hoping for 15-30 seconds, and then I was shocked!
I didn't try to push it at all, I didn't force myself, after 20-25 breaths I lost the count and just went with whatever felt natural.
I also missed the part of deep breath and hold in once, but it doesn't matter. At some point I began to tell myself how and when to breath and stop. My ability of thinking changed dramatically when I did this, I didn't feel like thinking too much.
I'm 40 years old, I don't do sports, except for walking, I work in computers, and smoke once in a while, but I usually eat healthy food, don't drink and don't do drugs. However I avoid the cold at all cost, and tend to stay in very warm conditions.
I've been suffering from severe "depression" for 20 years, and I don't want to go into the negative stuff, but in the past I tried medications, supplements, natural remedies, spent all my money, nothing worked. If anything SSRI almost ruined my life.
ALL I KNOW is that after 15 minutes I felt so great, I smiled and laughed for 1 minute or so. People never see me smile, and here I am feeling good alone, writing a long comment on RUclips, because it means something.
So I'm not sure what this technique will do for me in the long term, but it is truly remarkable how it was able to alter my state of mind in such a short time, FOR FREE. I'm not trying to achieve a fraction of what you did, Wim, I just want to be happy again.
The tingling, feeling light and so on were absolutely true. My arms and legs went numb at the second round already.
My hearing became very sharp at some point, I heard some ringing, not much of the visual stuff, but for a few times I was just picturing a human brain, for some reason.
The most important thing that I have learned is how the concept of time changes. Like I said, I can't hold my breath for too long, I get very paranoid and go in panic mode very quickly, so I was hoping to do more than 15-30 seconds. And what I thought were like 30 seconds, were actually 2 minutes.
I still feel a little high while writing this, and I have the impression that my mind and and my mood are "bright" somehow.
Dank je wel Wim Hof.
It will only become stronger, the happiness and the energy. Keep on breathing and combine it with cold showers. Buy his method, You Will be a new person after a month without medicine or talking sessions. Enjoy!
Any kind of chemical that you put into your body that your body has not produced it is an external drug in any form because your body it is the biggest chemical Factory on this planet if you only know how to activate it for example our bodies have been found to have marijuana receptors that means that your body is able to produce the chemical compound that is found in marijuana and so many other drugs that have been used externally you think about that, just a tip from me, when you say you don't do drugs but you smoke cigarettes those are chemicals that you put into your body chemicals from an external source think about that. I am very happy and pleased to see people like you that are getting better in this world because we need that happening in order to have a very bright future for Humanity so take charge of your life and make your own chemistry may your path be lit with light and good luck to you. And compassion towards everybody ( ALL LIVING THINGS ) is the way of the future
Such a wholesome exercise. Im so glad for you, enjoy breath, enjoy life
Perceptor Hook Thank you for sharing 🙏🏻
Perceptor Hook, now, 3 weeks after your long comment, how are you doing? Did you go on with the technique? How are you feeling?
All the best!!
I am going to give it a try, too :-)
The two things that have had the biggest impact on my life recently are intermittent fasting and Wim Hof breathing. Both as free as the air we breath
Shawn Vader: right on !
Many things that are good are free.
I could not agree more!
I heard of intermittent fasting first but wasn't able to pull it off. With the breathing everything is and will be easier.
Thats why it isn't promoted by big pharma or any health organization
"Let your body do what your body is capable of doing. Be aware of your heart rate, slow it down and just be in this moment. Let the relaxation spread down to your toes and into your fingertips. To the base of your neck and head. You're doing fantastic."
If you know, you know.
This. Burned into my mind
:)
Oh yes I know
Legend lol
It’s perfect
My dad is now completely off his anti depressants and he credits it to Wim's breathing exercises and cold showers. Thank you Wim for helping my dad. I've also started waking up early to include these techniques into my life and not only am I more motivated, I am notably less anxious. This stuff really does work. I hope I'm able to stick to it!
I did this for a whole hours seven minutes before realizing ps this breathing technique is awsome
I am going to show this to my dad. He under high pressure at time and on the best way to a heart attack. Hope this will help him. Although he is 87, I think he can do this.
AgiLia, after all, this is basically just proper breathing the way it was meant to be. I honestly don't think it will hurt your old man. Hope you and him manage to learn this wonderful technique and prosper from it.
Amazing Bex Cronk. I too am on antidepressants , at the age of 68 I am going to try this, I already do the cold showers. We have one body --keeping it in good health is the key to a healthy life. Thank you
I tried a 30 day challenge of breathing and cold showers, check the results on my channel
Just tried this morning. Wow. Feels so weird and I didn't quite get to round 2 but I'll work my way there. I'm gonna combine this with intermediate fasting and see how it does. May edit with results in a couple months.
Edit Day 4: Holy moly. I haven't had a panic attack or even general anxiety since I've been doing this. It feels great. I feel awake and in control. More edits to come maybe.
Edit 1+ month later: Wow. I legitimately don't have panic attacks anymore. When I'm anxious or stressed, I do the breathing and it just melts. Thank you, Wim. This method is incredible.
Hey man I hope my anxiety reduce with this but..my anxiety is so high always like rn I am scared to get lightheaded with breathing.Did you have that problem?
@@zodiac9131 I'm sorry this took so long. I got light headed once and just took a break. Only do what you're comfortable with. I was nervous to do it but I'm sure glad I'm doing it now.
It feels great it feels like I’m falling through my bed almost like melting and my whole body tingles feels similar to a marijuana high
Came here from a reddit post saying this was "Hamon Breathing in real life," all i wanna know is if this has made you physically stronger
@@shotpister1002 it works, it will do you great. Happy life. ✌️
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Thank you Iceman, I just tried for the first time your breathing technique, now I go for a run and then cold shower. I am so glad for your existence, keep your amazing work sir.
Wim Hof I need help with the cold showers. Love the breathing, the cold showers are still really hard
Is it better to breathe in with the Mouth than with the Nose?
Thank YOU ! For sharing your knowledge !
Wim Hof thank you so much , I’m trying to become as healthy as I possibly can to achieve my goals in my life! The universe sent me here! Much love - A 🙏🏼
You had me at lay down
great comment lol
Yea and when he said he recommended the bed or couch it got even better
Nature intended you to have no hair
Condition
Simon Masters, OH SIMON
I've practised my Wim Hof breathing every day for two months and I have benefitted tremendously. They should teach it to children in schools, alongside meditation. My anxiety completely disappears for up to 4 hours after a half hour breathing session. Thanks Wim!
Yes
This is so good to know! I just tried it for my anxiety but only got toward the end of the first 30sec hold. My anxiety was telling me I might have a heart attack or pass out, so I had to stop as I got scared. I will try again as it sounds like it helps and I am happy it is helping you! 🌸
@@BexLovesLife It takes a little practise ... so build it up slowly. Only do what feels right, don't force it. I could only hold for a few seconds at first - I can do more than 2 minutes now. Just follow the guided session every day if you can. On an empty stomach is best. But the main thing is - relax and enjoy it.
I tried a 30 day challenge of breathing and cold showers, check the results on my channel
School is brainwashing camp. They’re preparing you to work a 9-5job for the rest of your life. Why would schools teach you how to be free. Look up Rockefeller.. they took over the school system
After doing this everyday. I was able to stop my gastric attacks that occurs 1-2 times a week.
3 months, im off gastric medications and zero gastric attacks.
What's a gastric attack?
yrag89 that's incredible ! Well done amazing!
I have acid reflux that really is a pain to deal with and i don't want to be on medications. Can this help my acid reflux?
@@spilgoro6626 its worth a try. It has changed my life
I tried just an hour ago and i will try tomorrow morning on empty stomach.
I feel like a viking is teaching me buddhism thank you internet
HAHAHAHAA! YES!
Hes dutch I think
LMFAO! "Den after round tree, you go into battle and aim to cut off da head of enemy. When all cappas are detated, do another few round of breeding."
Vikings and Buddhism! I am so turned on right now!
Actually Vikings are pagans and The guy in the video is Dutch. I believe the Dutch were catholics in the viking era? 😅
Tried this about an hour after my workout so I was feeling exhausted and ready to relax. I did 3 rounds of this.. It has been 15 minutes since I finished and my arms and hands are still tingling. I feel relaxed, I feel grounded, but also feel like I could run a mile if I had to. It's a weird feeling to explain.. I highly recommend everyone to try this out!
After i tried it i start hearing a white noise in my head
Are you able to hold for 90 seconds after exhale? I can do 30 at most. Maybe I'm letting too much air out? No lung issues, I just cannot hold. Through the comments I don't see other people having this issue. Do you?
@@marlenaanderson6627 I didn't have any issues. I was able to hold for 2 minutes. Maybe you're letting out too much air like
you said.
I know what you mean
@@marlenaanderson6627 I did 2 mins 20 secs first time. wow
Thank you Wim!
I am 72 years old lady.
Your method helps me to go through Chemo treatment. And it helps me feeling great and happy!
Cold showers are fantastic and they lift up my mood and body strenth!❤😅
I am practicing for about a half of a year now 😊
Hope you are continuing to do well! This technique helps me with health conditions as well!
Checking in on you - I hope you are allright and I wish you all the best!!
There to those awful greedy money grabbing American lawyers. He said it.
Not to be done while in or near water!
I cried when I realized that I can do this to! I’m 52 years old. I’m a Native American, Lakota Sioux. I WILL HEAL MYSELF FROM KIDNEY DISEASE AND AUTO IMMUNE DISEASE RA!! Thank you Wim!
You might still want to see a doctor about it haha
White buffalo calf, I wish you all the best in the world. I wish that you and your beautiful nation go through this very challenging time with faith knowing in your heart that you will be allright and stonger in every way. I am doing that😊 I send my love and prayer for you and all your beautiful people. 🙏💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗from london UK
@@speakingtruth5131 This is good for you and might help but a doctor is NEEDED.
Definitely keep seeing your doctor too. Holistic medicine. You will heal best when you do what the doctor says AND get your spirit and body right naturally as well.
Sorry for the spelling, forgot to check🤭take good care white buffalo calf😊
I'm actually in tears... bcuz for once.... SOMETHING IS ACTUALLY WORKING. I feel Great... its definitely a different feeling... and I love it. And learning to love myself....
@Moriarty please do the world a favor and hold your breath forever.
@Moriarty go practice falling down, I'll be there in a minute.
- AKOB I'm literally in tears, is that part of it? I mean I'm shedding tear s
Moriarty I don't understand. How do you mean?
Moriarty I mean tear drops are falling from my eyes
I don't know what just happened! I am lost for words for when I tried this. After the third round or so, I started to feel immense tingling/electricity all throughout my body, i got very cold, started shaking and then out of nowhere I started to cry like crazy. I am truly speechless at what I experienced. I feel as if I almost had an outer body experience. I am still crying writing this and I never ever cry. I feel as if all the stress I was carrying has been released. Truly magical. Without question I am going to keep doing this.
Tis "magic" :P
I'm manly cuz i make fun of people for crying or somethin...
You should try a holotropic breathwork day. It's more intense and releases blocked emotions. Not something to do on your own though as you should always have someone with you
There's a TED talk on breathing exercises where the guy says this crying reaction is very common because freeing the breath frees up grief.
Awesome Peter!!!! Don't worry about these ignorant people....until they try themselves, they simply cannot respect and honor the practice and it's array of benefits that we can. I had the same experience as yourself on my third day in...I have been undergoing ALOT of stress and anxiety for quite a while now....that release(crying) was so freeing...i couldn't stop....afterwards, I felt amazing, super light and had a new perspective and excitement for my future knowing I now have this life transformational tool to help me.
Wim is a kind of guy who bring light in the darkness of humanity .
Full & Deep Inhale into the stomach through the nose and/or mouth.
Exhale a little through the mouth (just let go of the held breath, don't forcefully exhale).
Perform 30 Repetitions.
You may get dizzy, light headed & feel tingling sensations. This is normal.
After 30 repetitions, exhale fully, completely emptying the lungs & hold the exhaled breath out for as long as is comfortable.
When you cannot hold the exhaled breath out anymore, take a long, deep breath into the stomach & then hold the breath in for 15 seconds.
After 15 seconds of holding the breathe in, return to the beginning for another 30 breaths.
This marks a complete round.
Repeat for 3-5 rounds in total every morning.
Best performed on an empty stomach for optimal benefits.
@Alberos trustakao yes
He's breathing *in* through the *mouth* in the video, isn't he?? 3:40
u dont have to breath through your nose ..
o0FreeRunner0o he said 3 rounds 🤔
@@BaketballKidMC you dont have to, but honestly if you wan tto feel the best, use your nose. The nose is meant for breathing. Do quick research on mouth vs nose breathing and youll see why. Ive done this method on both and the nose is just a different world compared to doing it with ythe mouth.
After four rounds of this I traveled deep into the cosmos, through wormholes of time and space. My whole body was vibrating. Incredible peace and serenity.
You had an out of body experience because of this? How long did you do this for that to happen?
Mr. Hof, I do not have the words to express how much I admire you - in this day and age when every you tuber wants to sell you something (and I know you have products) , BUT you still make your life changing techniques available to anyone.. for free. You are one of the good guys.
I recently quit a toxic job. The workplace was in another country, not in my native country. After I quit my job, I had to return to my country. I started to feel anxious, worried, I couldn't focus on what I had to do, I didn't participate in activities with my family, because of the anxiety, I couldn't be happy to be at home. I prayed to God to help me and I came across Wim Hof. I started doing these techniques and my condition improved from the first day. I no longer have negative thoughts, anxiety, fear, I am active and participate in the activities around me. I'm getting better. God always helps us.THANK YOU, God bless you Wim Hof🙏
How long does it take to help , anxiety and fear,,IAM on day 4
Anyone reading this, I want you to know that you are the absolute top of human beings. You faced the unknown and without judgement tried their instructions. You make me proud to be human.
With all the love I can give,
Raphael
Thanks!
We love you Raphael🧡
nigga I'm here because this is scientifically proven to improve strength and athletic performance because of chemistry. get your hoodoo pseudospirituality bullshit outta here.
Namaste
For whatever reason I thought it was confusing when I first listened to the video so here's a breakdown from Wim's mini class.
I am so glad I somehow found my way back to Wim's teachings! One enlightened human he is 🙏
Step 1: Get Comfortable
Step 2: Start to breathe. Fully in (nose/mouth) then let go (mouth), continuously, 30-40 times
Step 3: Last breath - breathe out, emptying the lungs. Hold for as long as you can (no force)
Step 4: After the hold, take a deep breath in and hold for 10-15 seconds
Step 5: Repeat the entire process for another 2 or 3 rounds
U said and made understand better than Wim! Great Job!
Thank u. The video is valuable info but it activated my ADHD which i don't suffer from. Thanks for the quick but informative breakdown..
wrong, you shouldnt empty the lungs. there is still air left
thanks its easier to understand,well done!
@@SacredJourneyWithin444 yes this is wrong
It's because of people like him that I believe there is still Hof for humanity.
Criminaly underrated comment
The Hof of Humanity
Ba dum, tusssss
@evan crown
...absolutely, and we will WIM :oD
I cracked into a big laugh, thank you sooo much
Ok so I just tried this for the first time and my mind has been blown! I honestly feel like I’ve taken drugs, all woozy and tingly and just amazing. Still can’t quite believe it, Wim Hoff sir you’ve made a believer out of me. Many thanks for sharing this with the world.
When I first started, I could barely hold my breath for 30 seconds. Now, a mere 2 weeks later, I can hold it for 2 min 38 seconds!! My ears ring and my whole body is buzzing and tingling - which actually feels amazing!! He’s so right about getting high on your own supply! And the feeling afterwards- wow- it’s as if someone covered me up with a blanket of peace and relaxation!!
BEST PART: I haven’t used my inhaler in a week, at least!!! (I have COPD)☹️and after hiking over 2 hours yesterday, I was NOT short of breath AT ALL!!! Now I’ll be able to return to hiking- my favorite thing - which I gave up when the COPD got worse, a couple of years ago!
Thank you, Wim!!!❤️❤️❤️I absolutely love love LOVE you!!! You are my guru!! 🙏🙏🙏Bless you and your kind, compassionate heart!! You’ve given me the ability to breathe like I used to in my early 20s!!!😁🙏❤️
Nice!
How many rounds do you do?
DO YOU DO THE BREATHING AND THEN WAIT A BIT BEFORE YOU GO OUT HIKING?
Isn’t this dangerous symptoms of hypoxia? Or Hypocapnia?
I had same experience with how ling i could retain breath...its pretty wild. And yes getting high on yohr own supply does feel like a divine hug
3 days in, 3 sessions a day, 3 rou ds each session. I can feel my mind clearing out. Identifying the sources of toxicity in my life and realizing that happiness is almost a choice you make more than it is just your circumstances in life. I will declutter my life by making positive choices and working hard. Thank you so much.
❤🙌
Kimie Boo hey we’re you from x
You made me cry just by watching this. I could feel the generosity of a Master who teaches with love. Thank you Wim
I did the breathing exercises first thing in the morning, then cold shower and have breakfast. Absolutely brilliant!!
This is like the overpowered anime grandfather sensei that I've always wanted
I recently rewatched demons slayer and lost my mind when the main character basically describes the wim hof method
MY MAN lol
Boys we bout to master hamon
*irho
LOL! Perfect.
What a legend. I really like his personality, looks like he is a friend i would like to have. Thank you Wim for your teachings, in these hard times. Stay healthy and i hope i can meet you in the future.
Tonight, I was feeling angry for no reason, and I was feeling a lot pressure in my body, and I did this for 20 minutes and the whole energy did change on me and I feel great and peaceful now.
Thank you so much .
This is the best I have felt in months of a pretty bad depression spiral. I normally do meditation to help with anxiety but this blew me away. Truly amazing
I had a really rough break up and I’m astounded at how quickly this made me feel calmer. I’ve been stressed for weeks. I literally have adhd and anxiety and the amount of mental clarity I’m feeling is insane. I’m going to implement this in my day more often!
2:36 (this is for real tutorial, mainly for me when I come back to this vid, feel free to use it)
Hi, I’m Talon. I’m thirteen years old (almost 14) and I have undiagnosed social anxiety. I got it around the last week of 7th grade and it was horrible. I couldn’t go out in public without throwing up. But I am trying to cure it by talking to people, traveling, this breathing method, meditation, and cold showers. Ever since I started I have been noticing a bit of progress. And soon I will feel comfortable at school.
Thank You Wim, you are helping me on this bumpy roller coaster ride the call life.
Way to go Talon ! I hated school as well , and felt uncomfortable but looking at it now i wished i had enjoyed the moment back then, i hope you manage to start being relaxed about it and enjoy it soon! Peace !
You’re more completely normal than you realize. Keep believing in yourself and don’t let it beat you. Cheers!
You're doing great, Talon! Keep it up, all the best :)
High school is amazing. Try to connect with people, they make the best friends for your whole life often.
Talon, do listen and practise Neville Godard's spiritual teachings......just amazing!
Im very grateful i came across this man at this point in my life.
same brother
Yes theory saved me I wouldn't have known about this guy without them
I realized that my anxiety is like cold water (it causes stress on my body) so I started to perceive anxiety as something external to me, and when I feel it I imagine it's just cold water...this helps me to don't identify me with my anxiety which therefore disappears quickly! I can handle it like a cold shower..hope this is helpful for someone else :)
After 12 years of pdsd this has been best Day of My Life. Thank you Wim . :)
Hope you are doing great and still on wim method ☺❤
Okay! So today I was like I wanna try this and I did 3 rounds, I’m so shook that I did all the 3 rounds and during the second round I started crying so bad but I kept doing it and completed 3 rounds. I’m so relaxed now and it’s like I’ve been keeping all my emotions inside me from my childhood and ignoring the fact that how bad it is for me and my body. But today, it feels like a new birth of mine by doing only one session! Now onwards, these sessions will be as important as food and water to me! Wim hoff is a blessing to humanity! ❤️🙏🏻
Come on man seriously that much of a difference I would love to know more?
I cried too my first time. I’m 3 weeks practicing breathing and cold showers,,, feeling calmer. My goal is to do it for 6 months,,, and review,,, just might turn into a life practice. Thank you Wim for sharing your knowledge 🥰 blessings to all❤️
You cry easy ;-)
@@adriannaeiber9604 how have your practices went?
So beautiful!! Many congrats and big love to you.
Wim, you're so fortunate your life-saving methods haven't earned nowhere near the recognition they deserve. If you had won a Nobel prize the pharma establishment might have sent a hit squad against you.
Sure buddy...
iTHCyou yeah because it’s never happened before... hundreds of times.
There’s lots of people teaching meditation and not seeking attention like Wim hoff. Like Jon Kabat Zin who deserve it more
+Sukyo Deekmane If you want to help people, people sort of have to pay attention to you first, ya know?
Indeed
High on your own supply. Thank you Mr Wim Hof, you're a crazy genius and you're helping a lot of people to live better lives. God bless you.
Best meditation method i ever tried. I did 5 sets and i feel like im on shrooms. Best shit ever
5 woooow im gonna try it
I did 5 to saw some crazy hallucinations
Joshua Pevy I suggest watching Body posture / head posture (mending) video’s. Athlean X is a great help if you are struggling with body imbalances. The moment you start exercising you”ll feel better. When you know what muscle imbalances you have, try to have good posture and do these breathing exercises again.
Joshua Pevy If its the case that your body is imbalanced (like mine was), exercises will first be really hard. You will do things wrong and it will feel hard. Push trough this, then the results come.
Joshua Pevy Ive struggled with Anterior pelvic tilt (weak ass / abs and tight, overworked lower back / hip flexors. Also (from sitting all day) I had really bad head posture, (mending will help you with this). You will have to learn to activate the inactive muscle groups and stretch the overactive ones. Brings balanceeee :)
Thank you been doin this for 4 days now usually at 4 rounds. My only problem is holding my breath no more than a minute. I'm 72 years old if that makes any difference.Thanx again for your great work.
Best Tongkat Ali
He DEAD.
@Best Tongkat Ali He OLD.
cypresspuz that’s fucked up
So glad your doing well
you guys are stupid... David I hope you're continuing on this Journey and that you can now hold your breath longer ! 🤗
I am a 57 year old just started doing this and it’s amazing. My tips that I have used to bring on the beautiful calmness during the breath hold extension would be some visualisation techniques. I have used looking up at the blue sky through my Apple tree just as an example or imagining energy flowing through your body.
If you listen with headphones like me with an I phone give it a periodic shake as otherwise it flips to standby and the distraction for me then breaks the breath hold!!.
At the start there is a tendency to have some fear about the unusual physical feelings but I found you just have to go with it and you’ll be ok.
Peace and love to Wim and everyone
I am suffering from extreme anxiety that dictates every aspect of my life and i did this excercise yesterday and on my way to work i literally laughed uncrontrollably and almost shed a tear because i felt so free. It was an amazing feeling. Todays session was not as good because i tried sitting up and was contemplating if i should breathe in through my mouth or my nose or if i breathed coreectly and if i filled my lungs enough for it to have the same effect. After watching Wim Hof explain it himself and showcase the technique i feel confident that I will have a really good session tomorrow ! Thank you sir for this amazing gift
Do you breathe in nose or mouth?
Been practicing Wim Hof for over 2 years! Feeling happy, healthy and strong!
Along with the cold showers, yes!
Wow that's great. How long can you hold the breath?
@Lini Miki yes 👍
I only do the breathing program, I'm on day 44 of a streak. I LOVE IT - it's changed the way I breathe throughout the day, also. The easiest hack of my life. I'm also now only breathing through my nose, which makes for a much better quality breath. That one I literally changed from moment to moment it was so easy to do. And the results are immense, feel better, look better, more peace, more joy. Thanks, Wim!
(The cold showers are another matter. I simply have not been able to step into a cold shower. I stood in front of the cold water for 5 minutes and simply could not do it, period. Maybe in the future.).
This is the one I do daily ruclips.net/video/tybOi4hjZFQ/видео.html
To anyone fighting depression, give yourself a break and just do it, 10 min breathework pr day... my depression did go away after 4 days 😄🥰👍
Still doing it now 1.5 year in + the cold showers 🥶🥳
never been better 👍
Thank you Wim 💪😃👍
Then u didn’t have depression if it went away in a couple of days
@@editor7354 maybe it try yourself 🤷🏻♂️
Everyone is different from others, I have seen many comments and reviews on being out of depression in few days after doing this Wim Hoff method
@@Zeus-fe3we that makes 0 sense, depression is a mental disorder, theres no scientific proof that breathing can cure that
He probably was depressed, but didnt have depression, big difference
@@DerpyDos Whoa hey, depression can be a mental disorder but its a complicated thing, I'm not claiming to be an expert on it, but first, excluding conditional depression (which also isnt just being depressed for a min) there are separate types, clinical depression is a mental disorder in that if you can take certain pills/SSRIs and other such drugs and undergo positive effects, there's a chemical imbalance or simply it's a physiological thing (at the base, can be mental/maybe spiritual? that could be bullshit, too) and that isn't to say that if you aren't affected by any drugs, that you dont have a chemical imbalance but but if it does help or cure it that would indicate it was that. There are multiple types and peoples experiences may vary. Your journey doesn't define others but it also isn't any lesser or any less valid because of someones conflicting experience. Will always be different roads for separate people, even those with a similar infliction. Peace
@@DerpyDos do you always do everything according to scientific proof? Woah, you are strong
Anxiety, Depression, Loss of self all gone. I added visualization to give myself crystal clear focus of how I desire to see my future. There's no need for medication. We were all born with everything we need... Great work Hof!
Tell that to those with butterfly skin...
Dorian Franco True. Saying that we are all born with everything we need. Is not true at all.
Saying that most of us have most we need is more appropiate I think.
i thank you so much mr. Wim Hof.
Your Tutorials and Podcasts are helping not only me.. but also my Girlfriend who is suffering depression and more than 20 Doctors could not do anything about it. THANK U!!!
Wim changed my life, doing the breathing techniques every day and it removed my acne, depression and anxiety.
Acne?
How is this related to acne..
King yao It reset your immune system, it removes your toxic materials from your body, you skin is the reflection of your health
Pls help me pls. Is it helpful in depression???you have depression for how many years??? In how much time it will give results??? Pls reply sir. And how much depression you have????
Harkiratsingh Khalsa look into transcendental meditation also
Wow, this is pretty amazing! I tried it for the first time right after watching the video and was able to hold my breath for 2'36, 2'45, and 3'15. Previously, I couldn't hold my breath for more than 90 seconds with lungs full of air. Then I went to take a warm shower. Before I stepped out, I gradually turned the water to cold and colder and was able to stand comfortably under the cold water for over 1 minute.
Right around the 30th deep breath, I feel tingling in my limbs, numbness and warmth throughout my body, and complete relaxation. After I exhaled and held my breath, I experienced the calmest feeling I've ever felt. Then when I needed to inhale again, I was even calmer - without having to gasp for air, without having to breathe fast.
Not sure what the long term benefits will be for me, but just experiencing the immediate effects is pretty cool and promising.
You're doing it in the wrong way. You're not supposed to hold your breath but stay WITHOUT breath in your lungs for 2 minutes. Then you take a deep breath and hold it for 15 secs. Watch the video again
@@mindpower2824 Perhaps you misread my comment. I stopped inhaling after the final deep breath and deflation of the lungs. At that point, I "stayed without breath" for over 3 minutes. I've gone up to 4'30 since.
@@mindpower2824 he said he exhaled and then held, read it again
I was LITERALLY AFRAID of doing it and i cant believe for how long it was for me without air!! I AM BLOWN AWAY! THANK YOU WIM! This will be part of my DAILY morning routine from day on!
1;56 / 3;34 / 3;54
Wow.... Thats unbelievable ....Amazing girl
@@Travelwiththennarasu Ability of holding breath results from getting rid of CO2 during episodes of hyperventilation, CO2 level is the thing that tells our mind that we need to take a breath
What?! Was that from your first try, while breathing out the air?
I only managed too hold:
0,50 / 1,1 / 1,2 - might do it wrong
The faster you breath before holding breath the longer you will be able to hold it of course it has limits and can be prolonged by exercises but thats the general rule resulting from how body works
This man is my hero and really inspires me to believe there's hope for the world. Keep up the amazing work Wim, you're a true human being, world needs people like you 👍💪
Thanks to you after 19 years on this planet I can finally breath !
I feel like I've been here for 37 years only 1/4 breathing. No wonder we're all having mental health problems. Stress is causing our stomachs to get tight and our guts must be getting no air, so we're not getting enough oxygen, and the oxygen we aren't getting in our bellies must be the happy shit haha
Imagine him in titanic seeing everybody dying and this dude swiming around
that is a hilarious image hahaha thank you for that
Lol
Or yelling at everyone "Breathe! Feel the inner warmth!" while swimming around.
lmao
Lol 😆🤣
I just did 4 rounds of the breathing exercise for the first time... easily held my breath for 3 minutes which I've never done! It really does feel like drugs when you inhale after not breathing for 3 minutes. I also feel great after. Thank you for sharing this with the world Wim.
Isn’t it interesting how the breath holding gets easier? I struggled at first with even one minute, but tried this again and it was effortless-I could actually pause the tutorial video and go longer. I’m glad you’re having success too.
This method is nothing short of amazing. I've been struggling with anxiety my whole life and much more so for about the past 7 years. Constantly running a million scenarios, criticisms, worries, and doubts through my mind. I've been looking for answers and the are so many great people offering advice and help, but I struggle with finding practical ways of implementing psychological techniques. This breathing method is so simple and easy to do and yet after I tried it my mind felt like walking into a completely white, empty room where my voice echos off the walls. And then I realized I could hear my own voice. MY voice. And it was the ONLY voice I could hear. I was blown away that this 10 minute breathing technique allowed me to experience that ACTUAL peace of mind after all these years. Thank you Wim, this is absolutely going to start my day, every day, from here on out.
As a psychotherapist in the US specializing in anxiety I find this method to be extremely useful and helpful.
Thank you for sharing, it is great
Than you for your comment, my heart and blood pressure are suffering because of high anxiety, I must start this practice then.
@@mimi1o8 be sure to consult with a cardiologist, or at least a MD before beginning and I recommend you have a sitter with you, someone to help you out of the water after 2 minutes.
Shane Bruce, your comment here means a lot to me. Been suffering depression since childhood. But never realised until I reached 35 yrs of age to feel I had that.
Studying psychology together im doing Yoga and recently started Wim's breathing. Feels my trapped emotions is more relieved now. But, my ability to focus and concentration is still at a lower level.
Where at in the US. What is the most effective things you know for anxiety
Mr Wim Hof I really think you are an Angel. God bless you for helping people. Your techniques are amazing. Thank you for helping me!
this is insane. i was completely overwhelmed by the effects, wasnt expecting that.
OMG I know hey! Same here 🙌🏿🎆
Peace Love and Light to you 🌼💜
Breathe thru. Nose. on inhaling exhale thru mouth. Do not force!! As yoga teacher for 35 yrs. it is a progressive tech. Takes time for body’s nervous system to open. Do it sitting with spine straight feet flat on floor. See breath as light filling all cells. By breathing thru nose u activate Prana to move. This is BUddhist breath. Buddha learned from yogis! Give your self weeks to come into mastery. Elizabeth
Do you feel like a cold sensation in your head and chest throughout the day?
@@chiwizdz better to do it sitting up than lying down? Thanks
David Zucker thanks David!! Very helpful
This never gets old. After first day I suddenly no longer needed that pot of coffee in the morning, didn’t even want it. Drinking a half cup just for the pleasure of the warm taste. But that’s it. Best way to start the day. The snowball effect into the rest of the day is so clear. My family sees it. I feel it. Thank you Wim and to all the teachers before you for bringing this to humanity.
I laughed, i cried and then i nearly past out.
Feeling great now.
Thank you Wim
The thing I don't understand about this is that there is a physiological pH of 7.35 - 7.45. Hyperventilating leads to respiratory alkalosis and too much alkalinity also has its side effects. I think that transient hyperventilation is great because it does oxygenate the blood and revitalizes several tissues and muscles. It also gives a feeling of euphoria. However, more than twice a day I think is overkill. They do tests in medicine called spirometry where a person has to fully exhale and then fully inhale. I remember that each time I did, I could inhale more air and exhale more because my performance was getting better. This is done for people who have asthma. I'd be very careful however, on holding your breath for too long. It's not a contest and the purpose of this exercise is to oxygenate not a breath holding contest. Wim Hof method works and I use it. The cold temperatures act to reduce inflammation. This is also why countries in colder climates have higher expectancy. Inflammation leads to cell injury. Age is simply when cells stop dividing. All cells have their pre-programmed apoptosis based on the Hayflick limit, but inflammation can make it worse. Even stress or anxiety can lead to inflammation. This is why combining Wim Hof with cold temperatures is good. The final cherry on the top is basically forgiving yourself for your mistakes and forgiving others, learning to be satisfied with where you are in life right now and being optimistic, to get past any anxiety. This my friends, is true meditation and it actually works.
CuriousCat Hii!! Well i suffer from anxiety and learned about this dude at 3 am in the morning when i was scared because i imagined someone being outside my door, ready to kidnap and kill me. I ended up trying and got myself a little ”high” i suddenly just laughed and felt this euphoria and nothing could scare me. Then it went away and my anxiety came back but i still felt you know, happiness. I didnt feel as scared. As you are saying, this should be overpractised and so on but my anxiety is so fucking bad like i sometimes fear people so much i have to cross the street not to be near them, even though they are not going to hurt me in anyway.. i think this plus cold showers really could help me and im hoping my anxiety will att some point go down a little cuz im at one of the worst points of anxiety that i have experienced..
@@agnese3914 try some Epsom salt baths and chamomile tea, it helps me a lot along with the breathing.
Thank you for your kind words
CuriousCat his method gave me hard on's every morning for two weeks. I now can't stop whacking off
@@agnese3914 I relate girl. I've been too aware and obsessed with the idea of other's opinion about myself, looks and my persona in general. I also avoid contact, I mean, I feel uncomfortable being close to strangers on the streets. I don't know what are you thinking about this fear but personally, being aware of the fact that they're in their world and seeing them with attention has helped me lots. Also reflecting the issue on myself, I don't think about other people's bussinesses more than 10 secs at most so I highly doubt others do it more than that. Take care!
That last hold at the end round 3 puts me in the most euphoric zen like state I have ever experienced. I completely understand getting "high on your own supply" lol.
I had an euphoria as well today! I tried for the first time!!! :) So amazing right?
Sammmme
At the end of round3 ...something happens....i felt vibrations in my head and very charged up😍😍
Truuu
Я не думала, що так легко буде затримати дихання більше хвилини. В тілі відчувається легкість , наступає розслаблення.
Це чудовий метод !
First attempt
1st round breath hold - 42 seconds
2nd round - 1.09 minutes
3rd round - 1.52 minutes
Amazed
Congrats👏, that's cool 😉
4th round - doesn't need oxygen anymore to live
@@apoorvasrivastava8957 wow...u are great to achieve this..go ahead
Start point at Minute 3:30.
Underrated comment
Bless up
Bliss off
You can hurt many people with your irresponsible comment!
The start point is NOT at the time you wrote. People HAVE TO hear it from the beginning with FULL EXPLANATION!!! Why??
Because of this: 0:58
Mocca, the comment was meant for normal people, which excludes you. What part of the presentation says that you should not do the breathing exercise while breastfeeding? while eating? while drinking? while cooking? On a side note, go to urbancity.com / sittercity.com where you can find some help for yourself.
I am from India
It's a powerful method in India we call it as pranayama
It's a different form of pranayama
I love to know that people are following this type of steps
To free their mind
I think we do this process for 1 hr or something
The results is super please do it and enjoy your life maximum
nithinsreeku
Can you tell us more about pranayama?
@@edgepixel8467 just type sree sree Ravishankar
In Google you can see it
I could be wrong, but I believe part of Wim's methods came from Indian meditations and possibly others. Check out Scott Carney's book if you're interested. Uh... you could probably just Google it tho..
@@xaiga29 wim's method is a form of pranayama correct, but he has learnt this type of breathing naturally by going into the ice cold waters and snow clad mountains and getting immersed into extreme cold, thankfully nature taught him this method to survive in extreme cold which also results in various health benefits, which he's teaching to all of us today.
@@Agastya_Muni I know he did that, but I thought I read somewhere that he also learned meditations from different cultures too. Like I said, I could be wrong, I'll just have to read the book again because it's been a while.
Well, I'm unfortunately, currently, going through a divorce and luckily found your beginners guide to breathing. WOW, I was hooked the first time. Now, I have been doing it every day for over 3 months and absolutely swear by it. I now do 55 fast breaths and have reached 3 min 31 seconds breath hold. Though, knowing that the breath hold (time) isn't necessarily the key to the technique... I am still impressed by how long I was able to hold my breath. When, I'm done doing your breathing exercises, which is now at about 7 to 9 rounds... I feel exhilarated... I feel alive... I feel awesome and free... Ready to take on the day... I feel like I'm part of the Universal Consciousness/vibration. This is all during and divorce that I do not want to happen. However, I'm able to handle it because this gives me the perspective and this breathing technique allows me the mindfulness to deal with it. I can't thank you enough, Wim. I bought your app and I follow all the guidelines, trying to get every award that I can. Currently working on the cold shower 20 day challenge. I love them (now)... However, first I hated them... now! I have grown to love them. I tried to suggest your method to multiple people however it seems that people NEED to be in a (negative) state to accept THIS intense type of treatment. Thanks Wim!
After doing this multiple times with great intensity and discipline I have come to find an astonishingly high level in clarity of though and a newly discovered sense of self
This is what I'm doing during my self quatentine3. Taking care of myself ❤
Your great BEst guru ever. 🤓
Is it working?
Same! Much love 💗
@@ACTIONSALAD yes !! I'm learning a lot. Always said Im gonna try yoga. Now I've tried it. 😊
I'm doing it too, and it has brought tremendous clarity and already improvement in my lousy health
Thanks Wim Hof! I'm going to start teaching this to my patients as they reside in prison and are extremely stressed, especially during this difficult time. Namaste 🙏🏽
Magz Lomeli 💯🔓✊🏽
Excellent! Please teach them Paida-Lajin self-healing method, too! You can google it..
@@suzanahas4740
This is what I found on Google about Paida lajin method
" There is no plausible mechanism for slapping to cure any health condition. There's no research demonstrating the slightest benefit. And so far, two of its users have died."
That's scary 😠😠
Исрарул Хан Hi! There is no scientific research indeed..but, paradoxically , the number of people who gave testimonials that the method helped them is bigger than those 2 unfortunate incidents..you can also google “ the bamboo healer” , who is a guy in Australia using the same method, but with the help of a bamboo stick... apparently he is quite successful in treating all kind of pains..
@@suzanahas4740
I don't think we should take seriously these funny "slap therapists and bamboo therapists" .
I have just tried this properly for the first time.
I've previously done the guided version, but it worked better for me to just lie down in total quiet. I was so relaxed during the breath hold part I almost fell asleep twice.
Right now in the immediate aftermath I feel a sense of euphoric calm. I can't think of any other way to describe it.
Thank you.
Today I put into RUclips breathing for stress and anxiety as my husband is off work with this. He was feeling panicky just thinking about work. So we both did Wim Hof breathing together and it completely calmed my husband and he fell asleep. We are going to do this every morning before we start our day. Thankyou 😘
Omgosh, it's been about 30mins since I completed my first ever session of this breathing technique & I'm still processing every thing that just happened. I did 30 reps 5x's. After the 3rd I had this strong metallic taste in my mouth, felt extremely hungry out of nowhere, tingling hands & feet, could hold on the breathing a lot longer & strong urge to smile. By the last round, my tongue had gone completely numb but yet felt like I had pop rocks sitting on it, I felt heavy but light, more tingling, head crawling, nose itching, just WOW...WOW.... I'm Speechless for once.... Everything felt sooo right though. I just went with it. I'm having friends over later...oh yeah, their minds are going to be blown too. This is a part of my every day life now. Thank you so much!!!
Gypsy Dover I think you suffered from oxygen deprivation
I don't breathe correctly myself
I had the same sense of "suddenly hungry" thanks for pointing this out as I wasn't initially sure if it was because of the breathing exercise. Very strange symptom.
@@ryanturner6920 Yeah, that was kinda mind-blowing for myself as well. Like you, I'm glad someone else had that experience as well
Did this this morning and remember counting to 30 the third time. Then woke up 3 hours later 🤣🤣 must have needed it
so funny !!!
Hell nooo!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 lol must have been a really good nap.
I'm sold
LOL just holding your breath for 3 hours
I love this guy. It’s very hard for me to just sit and meditate. This method makes it much easier for me.
"Get high on your own supply man" Wim Hof
That’s the one
Our own DMT manufacturing... just there. Inside your head!
see, the real trick is to get high on your own supply while high on another supply.
@@carlhilber2275 I like this guy's thinking
@@carlhilber2275 meaning
This is most helpfull tutorial i have seen my whoole life.
We got all explained: when , how , how much , warnnings , explaining the sideffects ,*EVERYTHING!*
I am deffinetly clicking this bell icon!
Im soo happy that your method will help me in future , thank you soo much , you are a life savior!
Wim Hoff I pray for your souls peace in my subconscious your doing great thanks for putting yourself out there and promoting positivity and compassion for everyone bless you
i went from holding my breath for 20 seconds before this exercize to 150 seconds on my 2nd try with this technique, simply remarkable.
Damn, i feel so weird. Who would have known oxygen was way stronger than cannabis
yoo for real! I feel like i just ate mushrooms, everything is colorful!
I think it's been known in yoga for centuries. I even read in a 19th century book on health tips something like 'ten deep breaths are as good a relaxant as a glass of brandy'.
I'll never understand why people are so proud of their drug use.
As an avid cannabis consumer ive got to say this was definitely a much better feeling in some aspects. I probably won't quit but tbis breathing technique will be very beneficial for for things cannabis cannot help with.
Jayson T., I agree.
In Round 1 my asthma had my lungs so tight I had to work to get them open again to start Round 2.
By the end of Round 3 I felt as if I had taken asthma meds to open my lungs but naturally. The effects lasted all day. I’m very grateful for this.
Please practice this on a regular basis.
I too found this highly beneficial.
Keep it up
You might also find Buteyko breathing helpful for asthma. There's a book on it specifically for asthma sufferers called Close Your Mouth by Patrick Mckeown. He has several videos on RUclips.
@Joshua Pevy if you get a good healthy tan, your blush will be less apparent ! I don't have to deal with blushing much because I am black (well when I exercise or am extremely embarrassed I get a bit red because I'm a little bit lightskin, but those are only extreme cases). I assume that for anyone, the darker they are, the harder it is to see!
Try Buteyko method. There are several research articles proven it to be effective for asthma.
And it's a very healthy method. Wim Hof method is a very unhealthy method. You might get temporary relief, but I believe it will make you sicker in the long run. It decreases the oxygen in your cells among other things.
ruclips.net/video/ljJjk46EFMk/видео.html
Oh my god, I was doing this breathing a few times, but never fully listening the instructions, but today I concentrated and I am in huge shock! without any preparation after a few minutes of breathing I was able to hold my breath for 2 minutes! It was amazing experience for me, I felt tickles in all my body, stronger than ever. I finally felt completely relaxed where didn't appear any negative thoughts in my mind. That was great. Thank you for this tutorial, fully recommend, namaste :D
By my third round, the meaning of “high on your own supply” made so much sense to me. I felt like I weighed a ton and my body was buzzing like a bee. Looking forward to incorporating this into my daily routine to see some long term changes.
I came across your video on your story yesterday for the first time and I have to say, it touched me. The way you spoke was so passionate, so intense, so real and I kept listening. The more I listened about your ice adventures, the more I wanted to do it. This morning, instead of taking a hot shower, I took a cold one instead, and it was amazing. I wish to continue this journey wherever it may lead and hoping that everyday I get to turn the knob a bit more on the colder side. YOu have been an inspiration, thank you!
This dude straight up changed my life
i mean, how ?
ruclips.net/video/tybOi4hjZFQ/видео.html watch this video and you will understand, try to hold tour breath before watching the video and after watching the video and see the difference, it is really life changing!!
I can’t do it for some reason. It’s not working. I don’t feel anything
@@OH1OAN it doesn’t come like snap
@@OH1OAN you ain't doing it properly then
I tried this today morning , but before trying I checked for how long I could hold my breath , wich was 1:30 minutes .
After the first round I held my breath for 3 minutes , 2nd round 4 minutes and the 5th round 5 minutes , wich was insane, also got in such a state of mental peace and awareness like no other
5 min dang brother
This is just phenomenal!!! Wim Hof, you are more than a genius!
During the breaths I felt my whole body light and tingling, during the breath holding period I could feel my whole body vibrating, as if I were on a massage bed, this also seemed to strengthen me, energize my muscles and organs, even my ears felt being affected, buzzed a lot, my mind simply merged with the breath, as if going to a mental plane just focused on that.
This was the first time, far from perfect, I imagine how far I'll go if I can perform the technique with mastery and perfection. Thank you Wim Hof.
By the way, I came from your video translated into Brazilian Portuguese, and I thank you very much for that too.
A hug from all over Brazil!
Panic, anxiety, depression, gone, replaced by energy and a connected feeling to nature. Breathing first thing in morning then get up and have a cold shower. Over time you will have break through moments and you will be in charge of your body and life once again. This is not a fad but being the way we were meant to be.
Did you feel anxious before trying this? I want to try but my fear stops me in case I feel something and I don't even know what that something is ..
Yes I had that too. Make sure you are comfortable. After the first round you will see it’s not so bad. Then after the third round you will be full of energy. After a month you will gain control over your fear during the breath holding part.
Just remember anxiety can't kill you they're just feelings and feelings are something you can control. Just take your time start of just trying one set at a time. Practicing breathing will help you with anxiety alot. I'd also recommend you try passionflower extract that has helped me quite a bit with anxiety. I get the brand Secrets of the Tribe off amazon it relaxes me and if I feel like im starting to get anxiety I take it and feel better really fast. It also helps me sleep better.
Also, he says that you will feel weird and lightheaded and you might pass out and to PRESS IN to that. I was so anxious to try, because these sound like the symptoms I'm trying to cure, but
It. Is. Breathing. If I pass out, that is good, it is expected. If I don't, also good. Lean in to the fear and the weird feelings. That's the only way I could get it to work. And then I joy-cried. 💜 Go for it!
😭😭😭😭😭 this is the answer i been looking for 10 years !
You, Wim Hof, are worthy of thanks. So here they are: thanks. You've helped me, brother. I've been through common human issues, such as broken hip bones, serious traumatic brain injury, punctured and collapsed lung issues... it's all part of being alive. The problem arises when these things don't kill us.... then we are left in a very small section of the page... we are left in an ignored landscape... a place where we are fortunate to be alive, but so stressed out, even on "calm" mode, we are running ourselves to death. Thanks. You have increased my enjoyment of life again. I can now reset my pulse rate. I can reset my breath rate. I'm not wasting my life feeling like I am under oxygenated, when I am not.
Warrior spirit. Inspiring. Rock on! 😊❤️
Hi. How are you today? Hope you are feeling well.
I always could only hold my breathe for about two minutes. Did this only one round and turned into 3. This really works. Thank you Wim Hof.
i'm 24 years old, though I'm suffering a bad stomachache, discovering you from youtuber who introduced you has been life - changing for me. I'm immensely grateful for your help. Thank you so much for everything