Roots to Wings Wellness
Meditative Breathwork
MISSION STATEMENT
Roots to Wings Wellness helps individuals reconnect to their roots—safety, breath, and self-awareness—so they can grow the wings to rise beyond survival and thrive. Through guided breathwork, mindfulness, and nervous system regulation, we support transformation from the inside out.
“Helping survivors, first responders, and anyone ready to move from surviving to thriving — one breath at a time.”
What is Breathwork?
Breathwork is the intentional practice of using specific breathing patterns to influence your physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Unlike automatic breathing, which happens unconsciously, breathwork invites you to take control of your breath as a tool for healing, clarity, and transformation
Your breath is the remote control for your nervous system.
When you breathe with intention, you send signals to the vagus nerve and brainstem that it’s safe to relax. This shifts your body from survival mode (fight-or-flight) → into rest, recovery, and healingWhy It Works
Your breath directly impacts your nervous system, circulation, and brain chemistry. Through simple but powerful techniques, you canShift out of fight or flight (stress response) into calm and balanceImprove oxygen efficiency, which boosts energy and enduranceInfluence heart rate variability (HRV), a key marker of resilience and longevity.Trigger the body’s relaxation response, lowering blood pressure and reducing inflammation.Support emotional release by calming the limbic system(where trauma and emotions are stored)
Breathwork can feel grounding and meditative or energizing and transformative, depending on the technique.Many people describe:A sense of lightness and clarity.Emotional release and inner calm.Increased focus, creativity, and resilience.
What to Expect in a SessionGentle guidance, music, and structured breathing patterns.Safe and supportive space (trauma-informed).Every session includes grounding at the end so you leave calm, clear, and energized.
Research shows breathwork can reduce cortisol levels (stress hormone), lower blood pressure, and improve sleep quality.Studies on rhythmic breathing and pranayama show measurable improvements in focus, memory, and emotional regulation.Practices like intermittent hypoxic breathing (brief breath holds) stimulate nitric oxide production, which dilates blood vessels, reduces inflammation, and improves circulation.
Chosse Your Breathwork Experience
Breathe with Me
Every journey begins with a single breath. Choose the space that meets you where you are — whether that’s one-on-one support, shared connection, or ongoing care.
1:1 Private Sessions
Personalized breathwork to help you release stress, reconnect, and reset your nervous system.
Small Group Circles
Breathe together in a supportive setting. Ideal for deep connection and shared healing
Large Group & Events
Perfect for retreats, teams, and organizations seeking mindfulness and renewal.
Care Plans
Ongoing guided support — regular breathwork sessions, follow-ups, and tools to help you thrive.
Free Monthly Zooms
Experience a guided breathwork journey at no cost. A chance to reset, connect, and explore the power of breath with community.
Tara Saunders
239-980-4688
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“Breathwork is a powerful yet simple practice of using conscious breathing patterns to calm the nervous system, release stored tension, and reconnect to your inner strength. Whether you’re stressed, overwhelmed, or just looking to feel more balanced, breathwork helps you move from fight-or-flight into peace, clarity, and energy.”
About Roots to Wings Breathwork
Hello name is Tara Saunders
My career as a first responder has been filled with purpose and moments of deep reward, but along the way, I carried far more than I realized. The unspoken culture was “suck it up, buttercup” and “stuff it in a box.” That box doesn’t stay closed forever. The stress, the grief, the unprocessed emotions — they don’t just disappear. They linger in the subconscious and in the body, slowly weighing you down.Without even noticing, I had been living most of my life in a constant state of fight-or-flight. My nervous system was on high alert, my body always braced for the next emergency. Over time, that way of living wasn’t just exhausting — it was unsustainable
In my search for healing, I was fortunate enough to find breathwork, a new tool to help find the peace and balance I craved. At first, I didn’t know what to expect. But as I explored different techniques, something shifted. Breathwork gave me space to release what I’d been holding onto for so long. It allowed me to calm my body, quiet my mind, and reconnect with myself in a way I hadn’t felt in years.Breathwork has been instrumental in my journey — it helped me transition from merely surviving to truly thriving. It showed me that healing isn’t about ignoring or stuffing down what we carry, but about finding safe, intentional ways to let it move through us.My mission is simple:
To share this practice and help others learn how to breathe on purpose.Whether you’re carrying hidden stress, navigating trauma, or just longing for more peace in your daily life, breathwork can be a doorway back to yourself. If it could change my life, I believe it can make a difference in yours too.
DisclaimerI am not a medical doctor. The practices and guidance shared through Roots to Wings Breathwork LLC are for educational and wellness purposes only. Breathwork is not a substitute for medical care, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your physician or qualified healthcare provider before starting any new wellness, exercise, or breathwork practice — especially if you are pregnant, have cardiovascular issues, respiratory conditions, or other health concerns. Please consult with your physician. Participation is voluntary and at your own risk.