Conscious Breathing

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Conciouse Breathing
Breathing is perhaps the most intimate connection we have with our environment. Every moment, for as long as we continue to live, we are breathing. Yet, we remain largely unaware of this fundamental process and for the most part, our breathing reflects the imbalanced condition of our body, emotions and mind. However, the classical traditions of meditative experience were acutely aware of the fundamental role of "conscious breathing" in restoring and increasing balance in human experience. Here is a simple and effortless way to breathe with awareness and create a significant shift in your sense of well-being:

We will begin with the stationary version of this exercise and next week, we will move onto the moving version. Start by sitting comfortably in a chair or on a bed or floor cushion. If you are sitting in a chair, it is helpful if you can sit on the edge of your seat and leave your back unsupported. If not possible, it is fine to use a pillow and lean back.

Begin with your breath at equilibrium, neither all the way out nor fully in. Your eyes may closed or remain open. Now, breath in slowly, while you mentally count from one to seven. While breathing and counting, remain as aware as possible of the flow of your breath as it fills your lungs and chest. When you reach seven, ideally you have timed your breathing to reach the point of maximum in-breath. Then, exhale while once again counting slowly from seven back again to one, maintaining awareness of the flow of your breath outward. Continue this process for about five minutes. Before you get up and go, take a moment to notice how you are feeling...your "state of being". Are you experiencing more balance than before the exercise? You may do this process anytime you have a break....
Next week, we will explore conscious breathing along with movement to add an extraordinary new dimension to our "ordinary" life.

Mark McCoid
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