Pause and Exhale

Breathwork and Nervous System Education for the Workplace

About Us

Pause and Exhale brings evidence‑informed breathwork and nervous system education into the workplace in a way that is practical, accessible, and grounded in real‑world demands. Our approach helps people understand how their physiology shapes focus, energy, and decision‑making — and how small, repeatable breathing practices can improve clarity and reduce the impact of daily stress. We support teams to regulate faster, think more clearly under pressure, and sustain their performance in environments that are constantly changing.

How can I bring Breathe@work to my workplace?

4-8 Week Breathwork Wellbeing Program

Team Breathwork Sessions

The Breath Experience for Events

Off site and Strategy Planning Sessions - coming soon!

“Stress isn’t the enemy. The challenge is when the nervous system has too little capacity to meet what’s being asked of it.”

Julie Wix | Founder of Pause and Exhale

Meet Julie

Julie Wix

Founder of Pause and Exhale

Julie Wix is a breathwork and nervous system coach with an Honours Degree in Psychology, a Postgraduate Degree in Human Resources, and advanced training in breathwork and nervous system regulation. She brings practical, evidence‑informed tools to modern workplaces.

With 15+ years in leadership, Julie saw firsthand how easily chronic tension and an “always on” internal state become the norm — often showing up as fatigue, depletion, and the early signs of burnout. Her own lived experience of navigating long‑term tension and dysregulation now deeply informs her approach.

Today, she blends professional expertise and lived experience to offer accessible, science‑backed practices that help people understand and regulate their nervous system, restore capacity, and work in more sustainable ways.

Julie's Story

Testimonials

  • I’ve tried mindfulness apps and yoga, but breathwork helped me understand the physiology behind stress and regulation. Realising I can consciously influence my nervous system gave me both hope and practical tools I use daily.

    Mel

  • Julie’s breathwork helped me quiet the mental noise and reconnect with myself. I felt clearer, more present, and more at ease after each session. Her approach blends warmth with science in a way that just works.

    Sara

  • We recently did a breathwork session with Julie. It was so beneficial and released a lot of stagnant energy and re-set the body from flight and fight into rest and digest. It also equipped my mind to know this is available to me in any situation. A wonderful tool to have up my sleeve. Highly recommended.

    Cheryl

  • I had an amazing sleep last night 2hr:15min of REM sleep out of 8:53 total, without waking. This is rare as I normally sleep about 7hrs with 1hr of REM. I’m attributing it to the wonderful breath work. Thanks again Julie

    Scott

  • I had an incredible breathwork session with Julie. Her care and guidance brought a profound emotional shift I never expected. I left feeling lighter, present, and hopeful. If you’re facing anxiety, depression, or disconnection, I can’t recommend her enough.

    Jo

  • The Breathe@work Program was wonderful. I didn't know what to expect at the start, but quickly looked forward to the session each week, and realised there is so much depth to explore here. I learned techniques I'll use for the rest of my life.