I’ve lived with depression and anxiety for many years. Crowded events made my body buzz with discomfort, everyday challenges took a lot of mental energy, and over time the anxiety and stress became overwhelming.

Then a friend sent me a link to a Wim Hof Method breathing exercise. I tried it. It changed how I understood my breath – and how my nervous system works.

That’s how OXIA was born. I want to offer an app that helps you experience the same shift: simple guidance, science-informed explanations, and gentle support for building a lasting habit. OXIA helps you understand why breathing matters for your system, how steady, calm breathing settles the mind and body, and how that can make everyday life feel lighter.

Breathe with awareness and ease. Support your body and mind – and feel more at home in yourself.

Breathing with you,
Kristo Epner
Founder