CBRT New Evidence 193 individuals (group case study, 2 sessions each) feedback evidence - 17 jan 2014

Colour Breathing Relaxation Technique®Case study evidence feedback from 193 GROUP users, receiving CBRT

Relaxation Support Sessions for the first time - 2 sessions each. ©January 2014

Summary of 193 participants who received individualCBRT Relaxation Support Sessions (CBRT RSS) twice.

27%

1%

Gender

Female Male Prefer not to say

193 Group Users feedback evidence. © CBRT International Ltd. www.colourbreathing.com

72%

27%

2

193 Participants – Current relationship status

2%

9%17%

Divorced Married or domestic partnership,

Prefer not to say Separated

Single, never married Widowed


20%

26%

26%

3

193 Participants – Age

32

42 41

14%

25

30

35

40

45


4

14

18

11

4

12 - 17 years old

18 - 24 years old

25 - 34 years old

35 - 44 years old

45 - 54 years old

55 - 64 years old

65 - 74 years old

75 years or older

Prefer not to say

0

5

10

15

20

25

4

193 Participants – Professional or Employment Status

6%

16%

44%

Unable to work

Retired

Self-employed

A homemaker

A student

10%

5%

7%

4%4%4%

0%

44%A student

Out of work but not currently looking for work

Out of work and looking for work

Other:

Military

Employed for wages


5

193 Participants – School / Education background

8% 2%

College/A Level examinations takenCollege/A Level examinations taken, Trade/technical/vocational trainingDegreeNo schooling completedSecondary school, GCSE examinations takenSecondary school, GCSE examinations taken, College/A Level examinations taken, Professional degreeSecondary school, no examinations takenSecondary school, no examinations taken, Trade/technical/vocational trainingTrade/technical/vocational trainingNo Information given


25%

6%

16%4%

9%

1%

7%

22%

6

Q. The participant “felt at ease” with CBRTPractitioner.

Session One Session Two

25%

Agree Neutral Strongly Agree

11% 1%



25%

2%73%88%

7

Q. The CBRT Practitioner clearly explained the

CBRT Technique and “what was going to happen.”

Session One

25%


Session Two

12% 0%


25%

0%

75%


88%

8

Q. The participant felt able to relax during CBRT RSS.


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120

140

160

80

100

120


41

1 2

149

Agree Disagree Neutral Strongly Agree

0

20

40

60

80

100

9

19

73

110

Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree

0

20

40

60

80

Q. The participant “became more aware” of theirbreathing pattern.


100

120

140

70

80

90

100


56

1 3

133


0

20

40

60

80

10

84

14

95


0

10

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30

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70

Q. The participant “became more aware” of theirphysical body.

Session One

70

80

90

100

Session Two

80

100

120

140

92

1

21

79


0

10

20

30

40

50

60

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1 1 10

124

0

20

40

60

80

Q. The participant enjoyed using the Colour Breathing Disks as a focus.

Session One

70

80

90

100

Session Two

100

120

140

160

92

1

21

79


0

10

20

30

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50

1 7

134

10

20

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60

80

Q. The participant (who has been in group) would like to continue receiving CBRT RS Sessions - as an individual.


40

50

60

70

60

70

80

90

100


59

20

4963

20

10

20

30

40

92

6

5438

30

10

20

30

40

50

Q. The participant (who has experienced group sessions) would like to continue to receive future CBRT RSS– within a group setting.

Session One

40

50

60

70

Session Two

40

50

60

70

80

63

13

57 53

70

10

20

30


67

7

45

71

30

10

20

30

40

Q. The participant would like to be able to use theirown CBRT kit at home.

Session One

3%

Agree Disagree

Neutral Strongly Agree

Strongly Disagree

Session Two

2%

Agree Disagree


Strongly Disagree

25%

16%

42%

14%


28%

13%

35%

22%

GAD – 7. 1) Feeling nervous, anxious ,or on edge.Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by the following problems? 0 = Not at all, 1 = Several days, 2 = More than half the days, 3 = Nearly every day.

Session One

9%

Not at all

Several days

More than half the days

nearly every day

Session Two

3%

Not at all

Several days


Nearly every day

33%

40%

18%

9%


44%

44%

9%

GAD – 7. 2) Not being able to stop or control worryingOver the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by the following problems? 0 = Not at all, 1 = Several days, 2 = More than half the days, 3 = Nearly every day.

Session One

Not at all

Several days


nearly every day

Session Two

1%

Not at all

Several days


Nearly every day

33%

37%

20%

10%


44%

42%

13%

GAD – 7. 3) Worrying too much about different thingsOver the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by the following problems? 0 = Not at all, 1 = Several days, 2 = More than half the days, 3 = Nearly every day.

Session One

9%

Not at all

Several days


nearly every day

Session Two

1%

Not at all

Several days


Nearly every day

28%

40%

23%

9%


41%

44%

14%

GAD – 7. 4) Trouble relaxingOver the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by the following problems? 0 = Not at all, 1 = Several days, 2 = More than half the days, 3 = Nearly every day.

Session One

14%

Not at all

Several days


nearly every day

Session Two

2%

Not at all

Several days


Nearly every day

23%

38%

25%

14%


37%

50%

11%

GAD – 7. 5) Being so restless that it is hard to sit stillOver the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by the following problems? 0 = Not at all, 1 = Several days, 2 = More than half the days, 3 = Nearly every day.

Session One

9%

Not at all

Several days


nearly every day

Session Two

4%

Not at all

Several daysMore than half the days

Nearly every day

44%

29%

18%

9%


54%33%

9%

GAD – 7. 6) Becoming easily annoyed or irritableOver the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by the following problems? 0 = Not at all, 1 = Several days, 2 = More than half the days, 3 = Nearly every day.

Session One

9%

Not at allSeveral daysMore than half the daysnearly every day

Session Two

8%

2%

Not at allSeveral daysMore than half the daysNearly every day

31%

38%

22%

9%


43%

47%

8%

GAD – 7. 7) Feeling afraid as if something awful might happen Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by the following problems? 0 = Not at all, 1 = Several days, 2 = More than half the days, 3 = Nearly every day.

Session One

6%

Not at all

Several days


nearly every day

Session Two

8%

0%

Not at allSeveral daysMore than half the daysNearly every day

49%

28%

17%

6%


60%

32%

8%

Q. The participant – Your PHYSICAL Health


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64

103

26

Fairly Good Good Not Good

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80

23

58

119

16

Fairly Good Good Not Good0

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80

Q. The participant – Your MENTAL Health


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56

110

27


0

20

40

60

80

24

56

121

16


0

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Q. The participant – Your ENJOYMENT of Life


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120

140


74

102

17


20

40

60

25

63

121

9


20

40

60

80

Q. The participant – I've been feeling optimistic about the future.

Session One

17%

All of the time Never

Often Rarely

Some of the time

Session Two

16%


Often Rarely

Some of the time

17%

1%

36%

10%

36%


16%0%

52%

4%

28%

Q. The participant – I've been feeling useful.

Session One


Often Rarely

Some of the time

Session Two


Often Rarely

Some of the time

20%

1%

44%

13%

22%


20%

1%

49%

3%

27%

Q. The participant – I've been feeling relaxed.

Session One

5%2%


Often Rarely

Some of the time

Session Two

6%

1%

7%


Often Rarely

26%

20%

47%


86%

Q. The participant – I've been dealing with problems well.

Session One

9% 1%


Often Rarely

Some of the time

Session Two

14% 0%


Often Rarely

Some of the time

39%

7%

44%


0%

50%3%

33%

Q. The participant – I've been thinking clearly.

Session One

15%


Often Rarely

Some of the time

Session Two

19%


Often Rarely

Some of the time

15%1%

41%

6%

37%


19%

0%

52%

5%

24%

Q. The participant – I've been feeling close to other people.

Session One


Often Rarely

Some of the time

Session Two

21%


Often Rarely

Some of the time

24%0%

40%

5%

31%


29%

0%

48%

2%

21%

Q. The participant – I've been able to make up my own mind about things.

Session One


Often Rarely

Some of the time

Session Two


Often Rarely

Some of the time

27%

0%

40%

5%

28%


28%

1%

48%

2%

21%

Q. The participant feels more relaxed because of theCBRT Relaxation Support Session.

Session One

Agree Disagree


Session Two

Agree Disagree


42%

1%7%

50%


27%

1%

2%

70%

Q. Has the Participant experienced any changessince the first CBRT Relaxation Support Session?

Yes/ No

80

100

120


86107

No Yes

0

20

40

60

If YES, please write a brief description here :

• Able to feel more calm in thought

• Allowing time for relaxation and considering future CBRT.

• Although still distressed about loss coming closer to acceptance and giving self permission to move on.

• Better focused on breathing better sleep

• Bit more aware of colours and more mindful of surroundings.

• Clearer thinking.

• Client felt relaxed after CBRT and slept very well.

• Client found that CBRT was very beneficial for relaxation purposes, has realized the • Client found that CBRT was very beneficial for relaxation purposes, has realized the importance of self-care and stress management.

• Client has been practicing breathing technique at regular intervals and finds that his mood in general is lighter.

• Client has noticed a change in sleeping pattern since practice of CBRT.

• Client has practiced breathing on a daily basis and finds that it is very beneficial with regards to domestic stress.

• Client reported that he felt a deeper connection to himself after session, he has been practicing conscious breathing and finds it very helpful to relax with practice.

• Engendered a sense of hope.

• Feeling better able to cope and more relaxed.

• Feeling calmer and more relaxed.

• Feeling less imbalanced and relaxed after a number of falls.



• Feeling less stressed.

• Feeling more balanced and has not fell in the week which had been frequently occurringFeeling more connected to people.

• Feeling more focused and relaxed.

• Feeling more relaxed.

• Feeling more under control of her feelings and anxious breathing feeling peaceful.

• Feeling that he had something to look forward to in coming back to the CBRT.

• Feels drawn to the colour breathing training after having experienced the benefits if relaxation through CBRT.relaxation through CBRT.

• Feels more in control and able to stay calm in stressful situations, especially in work.

• More aware of colours around them and scenery.

• Felt a bit more able to cope with life in general.

• Felt a bit more relaxed and aware of colours.

• Felt a shift in mood and has been practicing breathing and stillness which has been very beneficial.

• Felt free to express emotions at home and be heard by spouse.

• Felt her sleeping on that night had improved as she had only been sleeping for two hours, she slept for 4 and a half hours after the CBRT session.

• Felt his sleeping had got better it went from 5 hours per night to 6 and a half for a full week after his session.

• Felt more able to relax and aware of colour co-coordinating outfits!



• Felt more able to relax and aware of colour co-coordinating outfits!

• Felt more relaxed and aware of colours, especially when driving on long journeys.

• Felt most relaxed she has in a long time after the session.

• Felt relaxed after first session and has practiced breathing with colour in bed at night, which really helped to relax the body for sleep.

• Felt supported and included

• Found that awareness in breathing has really helped her to cope with stressful situations, has introduced regular intervals of stillness to daily activities.

• Generally reports feeling very relaxed since the last session• Generally reports feeling very relaxed since the last session

• GM felt she was coping with problems better.

• Has become more conscious if self care and relaxation.

• Has been using breathing in own work with children to support them after feeling the benefits.

• Has found CBRT very helpful in times of exhaustion and stress.

• Has started to practice at home and find it helps aid restful sleep.

• Has used the colours to relax and help them get back to sleep. Especially yellow and blue.

• He felt very relaxed and slept when he got home in the afternoon which he never does.

• He has slept well through the week and has not experienced any sleep terrors although they are not regular occurrences.

• He has also found himself less irritable which was good as he is trying to stop smoking and this always affects his stress levels and reactions.



• Felt he has used the deep breathing and positive affirmations when feeling low and has found this useful.

• Her cold is nearly over and has slept much better.

• I realised when I sat down and switched off just how exhausted I was and how I needed to take time out. I have had quite a tough few months and the session made me see that.

• It has helped the participant realise the importance of taking time out to relax.

• It helped bring an awareness to the importance of relaxation and self-care.

• Just as busy as always. Less anxious - more grounded.

• Less stressed• Less stressed

• Maybe a bit more calmer this week although not sure if due to colour breathing session.

• More peaceful.

• More present and in the moment.

• More relaxed.

• More relaxed and focused.

• Much better sleep.

• Much more mindful and better sleep.

• Not feeling the stress of being out of work so much.

• Noticed a sense of calmness after treatment and slept well.

• Participant felt able to relax a bit more.

• Participant felt more positive about life in general and was looking forward to the second session.



• Participant has felt more comforted in himself since the last session.

• Participant reported that she felt more positive since the first CBRT session.

• Participant reports being more aware of her breathing and feeling calmer at work when dealing with the public.

• Participant says she has been more aware of her breathing and has experienced more calm periods since first session.

• Participant shared that she felt more relaxed and the session had reminded her of other relaxation techniques she had used over the years and that this had motivated her to use them again to help when she felt worried.

• Realisation of how relaxation improved focus .

• She felt that she was sleeping better and in general more relaxed

• She found herself using the breathing techniques whilst dealing with stressful clients in work, which helped keep her calm.

• She found herself using the colours around her in work and breathing using the techniques we used in the first session which helped her concentrate more and de-stress her during work time.

• She also found she slept a lot better on the night of our last session she has been focusing on the yellow she has been more aware of her breathing

• She has found her headaches occurring less and has been putting the breathing into practice herself

• She has found it a bit easier to sleep and has been using the breathing techniques to help her feel less stressed.



• She slept well that night and found her throat and sinus's were a bit better the next day.

• She slept well the night after the session and lost an extra pound in her slimming world .

• She used the breathing techniques when she could feel herself getting irritable and found that she was able to walk away and regain her composure. She also slept better a few nights as she practiced the breathing at night whilst in her bed.

• She was a lot more laid back when she got home to the kids and wasn't as stressed out with them.

• Sinuses seem lighter/clearer

• Sleep pattern improved .• Sleep pattern improved .

• Sleeping better and in general more relaxed sleeping better since the last session.

• Slept better.

• Slept really well after previous session.

• Some improvement in her sleep after the initial session.

• Stated they felt more relaxed this week and more mindful.

• The participant didn't feel as spaced or disassociated but didn't last beyond 1/2 days. Colours seemed more vivid.

• The participant experienced a good nights sleep after the CBRT session. This encouraged him to come back to the second session.

• The participant found that CBRT helped with breathing pattern and awareness was brought to the importance of breath in relaxation.

• Client slept well after session and has continued to practice breathing technique.



• The participant found the experience of visualizing the colours was one that she wanted to repeat. She had used visualizing the colours at night to help her sleep.

• The participant reported sleeping a little better the night of session one and has been using the pursued lips and 5 - 7 breathing techniques to foster mindfulness and physical body awareness.

• The participant reports being aware of trying to stay in the present moment more as a result of the CBRT and more aware of colours in his environment.

• This gentleman felt he was sleeping better and in general more relaxed.

• This gentleman felt that he was sleeping better since the previous session.

• This participant enjoyed CBRT and has continued to practice breathing with colour when restless with sleep at night and finds it very beneficial.

• This participant found that CBRT was very beneficial for current breathing problems, has practiced CBRT in times of restless sleep and found that it was beneficial.

• Yes she has been using the deep breathing to combat anxiety.


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CBRT New Evidence 193 individuals (group case study, 2 sessions each) feedback evidence - 17 jan 2014