In this insightful episode, Sanal delves into the effective technique of regulating stress through a specific breathing method known as the double breath or proper sigh, which leverages both the vagus and phrenic nerves. This particular practice helps with immediate stress relief and long-term relaxation. Sanal further expands into evolutionary biology, touching upon the physiological traits inherited from our ancestors and how practices like deep meditation align with neurochemistry, promoting profound states of consciousness. The exploration includes a critical analysis of the brain's perception of reality, philosophical influences, the potential impact of psychedelics on human evolution, and the importance of maintaining curiosity to cultivate a fulfilling life. The episode closes on a note about the significance of community and continuous inspiration in personal growth. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:14 Understanding the Double Breath Technique 00:31 The Role of Vagus and Phrenic Nerves 01:38 Practical Breathing Exercise 04:02 Transition to Vagus Nerve Breathing 06:25 Evolution of Human Brain and Behavior 10:53 The Stone Ape Theory and Language Development 13:23 Neurotransmitters and Perception of Reality 16:23 The Brain as a World-Building Machine 23:36 The Brain's Reality: Thalamocortical State 24:16 Yogis and the Mystical 5-MeO-DMT 25:32 The Illusion of Divine Experience 27:42 Embracing Curiosity Over Certainty 29:15 The Power of Perspective 29:40 Personal Spirituality and Knowledge 37:03 The Rhizome Philosophy 38:54 Questioning Reality and Science 40:21 Conspiracies and Hidden Truths 41:48 Astrology and the Nature of Reality 42:21 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up THANKS FOR LISTENING AND NEXT STEPS ⬇️ ✅Follow Sanal on Social Media https://instagram.com/wisdomwithsanal https://facebook.com/sanalspiritualogic https://linkedin.com/sanal-bhanu-rajan-4243bb2a2 ✅Download The Free Spiritualogic Masterclass https://masterclass.spiritualogic.com ✅Join My Free Community for Weekly Live Q&A https://facebook.com/groups/793503874427835 ✅Follow me on Spotify to catch all new episode releases ✅Learn More About Spiritualogic https://spiritualogic.com