What do you enjoy about breathwork and how has it helped you?
What I enjoy most about breathwork is its simplicity and power. Breathwork is always accessible; it’s something I carry with me wherever I go, an anchor that grounds me in any moment. It’s a tool that helps me connect with myself deeply and in ways that no other practice has. The act of breathing, especially conscious connected breathwork, brings a sense of presence that’s calming and empowering. It’s a reminder that I don’t need to control everything—each breath comes and goes, and with it, I can let go of old patterns, fears, and the need for control.
Breathwork has helped me in profound ways. It’s allowed me to accept myself as I am, to live with less anxiety and more ease. Through breathwork, I’ve learned to be present, even in challenging times. It’s helped me release tension, manage stress, and find peace in moments where I’d once feel overwhelmed. Most importantly, it’s helped me build resilience and acceptance within myself, and that, in turn, has made me a more grounded mum and teacher. Breathwork is my sanctuary, a place I can come back to again and again, knowing it will support and steady me.
Where did you complete your training (or where are you still in training)?
Graduate Facilitator, Mentor and Teacher at Breathing Space
Are you trained in any other modalities?
I am trained in Flower and Vibrational essence therapy, NLP, havening, EFT and mindfulness
How do they integrate with breathwork?
Flower essences, NLP, havening, EFT and mindfulness all integrate seamlessly with breathwork, each adding depth to the practice. Together, they support emotional release, shift limiting beliefs, and foster a sense of inner peace and resilience. Breathwork brings clients into a receptive state, allowing these therapies to work more profoundly. Whether enhancing emotional balance, cultivating joy, or releasing old patterns, these practices together provide a powerful, holistic approach for deep-rooted healing and transformation
What is your personal journey?
I started teaching at 21, full of energy and hope. Life in rural Donegal was busy, raising three children—two now in college and one still at home—and balancing family, work, and community. Losing my mum at 25 was a turning point, leaving a deep ache that I carried silently. Over time, stress and overwhelm took their toll, and I felt like I’d lost a sense of myself—not just as a teacher or mother but as a person.
Then I found breathwork and other holistic practices. It began as a few moments of peace but quickly became my path to healing. Gradually, I started releasing years of tension and self-judgment. I learned to let go, be present, and reconnect with myself. Breath by breath, I found strength, resilience, and a renewed sense of calm that has changed my life. Now, I approach teaching, motherhood, and life itself with more compassion, feeling grateful and grounded in each moment.
What do you stand for, and what do you stand against?
I stand for empowerment and nurturing—especially for women, mums, and teachers. My work is rooted in helping others reconnect with their innate power, embracing feminine energy, and living more mindfully and authentically. I value holistic well-being, promoting a life of balance, calm, and self-discovery through gentle yet transformative practices.
I stand for supporting foundational growth through intentional practices, such as breathing and mindset work, to foster inner calm and emotional resilience. I advocate for the importance of role modelling—encouraging mothers and teachers to embody the calm and balance they wish to pass on to teens and children, as I believe calm homes and classrooms begin with calm adults.
I stand for the celebration of womanhood and the healing power of feminine energy, challenging the societal tendency to overvalue masculine traits. My work centres on integration and choice, helping others understand that they can shape their emotions and experiences with awareness and intention.
I stand against rigid, overstressed environments that leave little room for calm and connection. I oppose the idea that women, mums, or teachers need to constantly give without replenishing themselves. I stand against the cultural conditioning that ignores the value of feminine energy and the holistic approach to well-being, as well as the outdated belief that emotions should be repressed rather than processed and honoured.
Additionally, I reject superficial quick fixes and toxic positivity and instead emphasise practices that create deep, sustainable change, calling out the “nonsense” of approaches that disregard the power of mindfulness and intentionality.
What is your greatest wish for your clients
My greatest wish for my clients is that they reconnect with their true selves and discover the power and peace that lies within them. I want them to realise that they have a choice in every moment—to shape their emotions, their responses, and their lives in ways that feel nourishing and authentic. I wish for them to find a sense of calm and resilience, so they can approach life’s challenges with grace and strength.
I hope they learn to embrace their feminine energy, valuing it as a powerful force for balance and healing in a world that often prizes the opposite. I want them to realise it’s ok not to be mindful, happy, in control all the time and that there is support for then in those times. I wish for them to create homes and environments that reflect tall this,, not only for themselves but for their children, students, and everyone they touch. Above all, I want them to feel empowered to live fully, joyfully, and with a deep-rooted sense of purpose and connection.
My Bio
Marie Doherty is a holistic wellbeing practitioner in Ireland. She is passionate about empowering women to embrace their innate strength and helping teachers lead a gentler, more mindful life. Having taught for over 30 years she understands the pressures of the classroom and the stresses of balancing school and home life. Using her skills and experience she equips teachers with the skills to create calm and balanced lives, initially using the breath. Her mission is to celebrate womanhood and bring more feminine energy to the world. Remember, calm homes begin with calm mums and calm schools begin with calm teachers.
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