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Ryan has been a firefighter paramedic since 2005, and has seen firsthand the effects that stress and trauma have on the mental and physical health of himself, his peers, and the people he serves in the community. This led him to seek to understand more about the nature of the problem and find the best ways to stay healthy and reduce suffering and imbalances in his own life, and in the lives of others. In 2011 Ryan had a back injury which led him to see the systemic issues in the centralized medical model, and to discover alternative paths to healing. Ryan discovered the importance of understanding circadian biology and the power of mindfulness to create a more healthy and balanced life. Yoga, meditation, plant medicines and developing a relationship with the breath have been some of the most important elements on his path.Ryan has been exploring the power of the breath for many years, which led him to discover many great teachers. He practices a beginner's mind and is always learning. Developing a relationship with the breath helps him to regulate his nervous system, helping him to be more present in his everyday life, and in high stress situations. It’s been an amazing tool for his own mental and physical healing. Ryan believes that developing a relationship with the breath and creating better breathing patterns is fundamental for a more balanced and healthy life. Ryan created his own style and approach to sharing the power of the breath with others that he feels is most accessible and beneficial to people from all walks of life. Ryan is passionately curious. He has a deep appreciation for the opportunity to be alive and knows that practicing a state of gratitude is one of the most important things we can do for a healthy life. He aims for balance and ways to minimize suffering in his own life and in the lives of others.
