How to Use an Easy Breathing Method

Breath is life. But most of us don't breathe properly, due to stress, learned behaviors, bad diet or other environmental factors. Conscious breathing is simple and can help you focus and reduce stress. Bringing more oxygen into your body, too, will increase your overall health and bring you a sense of peace and well-being.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Few minutes
• Chair

Easy Breathing Method

1. Sit with your back straight in a chair or in a cross-legged position on the floor. If you are in a busy office or public place, close your eyes for a few seconds to bring focus to yourself.
2. Through your nose, take a deep breath in, filling your chest and lungs. Take in only as much oxygen as feels comfortable. You should never force your breath.
3. Exhale slowly through your mouth, letting go of the breath completely.
4. If you feel stiff or tight anywhere in your body, consciously bring awareness to those areas, while continuing to breathe.
5. Repeat the breath as many times as you wish. Over time, you should come into a easy rhythm with your deep breathing. Happy breathing!

Tips & Warnings

• Before you breathe, set an intention for whatever you want in your life: health, happiness, peace or security. This is a simple, fun ritual that can have profound effects in your life.
• If you get dizzy or disoriented, this means you are forcing your breath. Slow down!