The word NOOMA itself is derived from the Greek word "pneuma" (πνεῦμα), which means "spirit" or "breath."
NOOMA embodies both the physical act of breathing and the metaphysical concept of the spirit or life force that sustains existence.
N - Nourish
O - Optimize
O - Overcome
M - Move
A - Activate
I started learning about the breath with one goal in mind: to create a better, anti-fragile system, in both mind and body, no matter the situation. Over the last several years, I have studied, practiced, and tested the entire spectrum of breathing methodologies in order to scale and adapt these methods to every person’s needs (instead of trying to fit every individual into a single methodology). It is my privilege to help you along your journey, no matter where you are today.
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NOURISH
Nourish refers to the intentional act of sustaining and nurturing both the body and mind through conscious breathing. When we practice breathwork, each breath can be viewed as a way to nourish the body with oxygen, calm the nervous system, and cultivate a sense of inner peace. It is about feeding our emotional and mental well-being, fostering relaxation, focus, and vitality. Nourishing oneself might also extend to cultivating positive thoughts and compassionate awareness, enhancing our overall sense of balance and renewal.
OPTIMIZE
Optimize refers to the practice of refining and enhancing the efficiency of your breath and mental state to achieve the best possible outcomes for your well-being. Through breathwork, you optimize your breathing patterns to improve oxygen flow, reduce stress, and increase energy levels. This process involves fine-tuning your awareness and response to your breath, allowing you to maximize its benefits. Optimizing allows you to cultivate a mental state that promotes clarity, focus, and emotional resilience, thereby enabling you to perform at your best in both everyday activities and meditative practices.
OVERCOME
Overcome refers to the process of using conscious breathing and present-moment awareness to move through and rise above challenges, stress, or emotional difficulties. Breathwork helps to calm the nervous system, releasing tension and anxiety, which can empower you to overcome obstacles with greater ease. Mindfulness, combined with breathwork, allows you to observe thoughts and emotions without judgment, helping you to overcome negative patterns, fears, or limiting beliefs. Together, they create a pathway to resilience, enabling you to navigate life’s difficulties with a sense of calm and inner strength.
MOVE
Move refers to the dynamic flow of energy, emotions, and physical sensations as guided by intentional breathing and awareness. Through breathwork, you can move stagnant energy, clear blockages, and create a sense of flow within the body, promoting both physical and emotional healing. To move also signifies the gentle, conscious transition from one state of mind to another—shifting from stress to relaxation, from distraction to focus, or from tension to calm. It’s about embracing the natural ebb and flow of life, using breath and awareness to navigate and move through each moment with grace and presence.
ACTIVATE
Activate refers to the process of awakening or stimulating specific physical, mental, or emotional states through intentional breathing and focused awareness. Through breathwork, you can activate the body’s energy systems, such as increasing alertness, enhancing focus, or stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system for relaxation. To activate means to consciously engage with your present experience, bringing heightened awareness to your thoughts, emotions, and sensations. This activation empowers you to consciously direct your energy and attention, fostering a deeper connection to your inner self and the present moment.