All it takes is a breath
Sometimes all it takes to bring a sense of calm and ease to your day is to breathe... Not simply breathe as you do throughout the day but to actually be aware of your breath and how it can affect your body and mind.
It is such a simple process and takes just 3 to 5 minutes to really make a change in your physical and mental well-being.
Begin by simply closing your eyes and focusing on the idea that you are taking a moment to simply be aware of breathing. This is sometimes called "mindful breathing". There is no need to breathe in any particular way, simply be aware of the breath as it comes in and out of your body. You may find it helpful to focus on a particular area of your body and how it feels as you breathe, such as the nose, the back of the throat or the bottom of your lungs. Just breathe and be aware of how it feels.
As you experience this breathing just allow yourself to begin noticing how the air makes other parts of your body feel. Let it flow however it comes to mind. Within about a minute you will notice that you're feeling more calm, your body is more relaxed, your heart rate has slowed, your bloodpressure has decreased... simply from focusing attention to your natural, easy breathing.
Just allow yourself 3 to 5 minutes of letting the breath be the experience and allowing yourself to notice whatever beneficial changes it brings about in your body and mind. Notice how good it feels to just be aware of your breath. After a few minutes, just tell yourself that you choose to have this inner awareness and calm to stay with you throught the rest of your day. Then tell yourself it is time to move forward into that day and slowly open your eyes and just move gently at first until you get back to whatever adventures your day can present.
Breathing in this way on a regular basis will make a definite difference in your physical and mental well-being. Take the few minutes and enjoy!
Many Blessings,
Jim
James Duncan, CHt
President - Infinity Institute International
1302 N. Altadena Ave. Dept 100 Royal Oak, MI 48067
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