The 4 Stages Of Safety
When guiding others through breathwork, a facilitator must be deeply attuned to Stages of Safety to ensure a positive and transformative experience.
By being mindful of these important stages, facilitators can create a nurturing and empowering space for profound personal growth and lasting impact.
Physical Safety
Do I feel safe in my environment?
Emotional Safety
Do I feel safe in my emotionality right now?
Relational Safety
Do I feel safe with the facilitator or who I’m with?
Spiritual Safety
Can I find access to safety with something greater than myself ex. Breathe, universe, source
Knowing how to navigate the nervous system & guide others through transformative (& trauma-aware) breathwork session requires a clear understanding of the 4 critical stages safety.
Use this framework as a supportive guide when leading your breathwork sessions.
- Physical safety addresses the question, "Do I feel safe in my environment?" ensuring that the space is secure and conducive to relaxation.
- Emotional safety prompts the facilitator to consider, "Do I feel safe in my emotionality right now?" creating an atmosphere where participants feel free to express and process their emotions.
- Relational safety involves asking, "Do I feel safe with the facilitator or who I’m with?" fostering trust and connection between the facilitator and participants.
- Lastly, spiritual safety asks, "Can I find access to safety with something greater than myself, such as the breath, universe, or source?" This ensures participants feel spiritually supported, enabling them to connect with a higher sense of purpose or inner peace.