Is Breathwork The Tool You Never Knew You Needed To Manage Stress? | Let’s Be Real

Breathwork sounds simple. Maybe even unnecessary. But what if it’s actually the tool most of us are missing? In this episode of Let’s Be Real, Emilee Hembrow sits down with a breathwork expert to unpack why so many of us feel constantly stressed, wired, exhausted, and unable to switch off and how something as basic as breathing might be the fastest way to change that. Rory Warnock is a Scottish-born, Sydney-based performance and wellness coach who specialises in breathwork and nervous system regulation. After struggling with anxiety and depression himself, Rory discovered breathwork and it completely changed how he handles stress, sleep, focus, and emotional regulation. Together, they explore why modern life keeps our nervous systems stuck in overdrive, the small breathing habits we never question, and how learning to breathe differently can help you feel calmer, more grounded, and more in control without needing to overhaul your whole life. This conversation is practical, science-backed, and refreshingly honest. No hype. No woo woo. Just real tools you can actually use. Rory also shares insights from his new book Unlock Your Breath, breaking down the science behind breathwork and how it can improve mood, sleep, focus, and performance in everyday life. Whether you’re a busy parent, constantly switched on, struggling to sleep, or just curious about why you feel so overwhelmed, this episode might change how you think about breathing forever. 0:00 Breathwork And How Fast It Can Change Your State 0:38 From Scotland To Australia And Starting Over 1:27 How Breathwork Helped Rory Through Anxiety And Depression 2:40 Why Your Breath Controls Your Nervous System 4:05 The Best Daily Breathing Habit For Beginners 6:03 Why Mouth Breathing Is A Bigger Problem Than You Think 8:55 The Breathing Technique Rory Recommends For Anxiety 11:02 How To Calm Your Mind And Fall Asleep At Night --- Welcome to Nova's YouTube Channel! Your destination for the best in radio, music, and podcasts across Australia. Catch up with your favourite Nova radio shows from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth, including Fitzy & Wippa with Kate Ritchie, Jase & Lauren, Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel, Ben Liam & Belle, The Chrissie Swan Show, Nath, Nat & Shaun, Jodie & Hayesy, Ash, Luttsy & Nikki Osbourne and Smallzy’s Surgery. Dive into original series from Nova Podcasts, featuring everything from comedy and pop culture to wellbeing and real-life stories. Plus, go behind the scenes of the iconic Nova’s Red Room and get exclusive access to the world's biggest music artists. Subscribe for full show moments, laugh-out-loud podcast clips, behind-the-scenes extras and short-form highlights. #NovaPodcasts #Nova