|
Breathing Our breathing is a
stable solid ground that we can take refuge in. Regardless of our internal
weather- our thoughts, emotions and perceptions- our breathing is always
with us like a faithful friend. Whenever we feel carried away, or sunken
in a deep emotion, or scattered in worries and projects, we return to
our breathing to collect and anchor our mind.
We feel the flow of
air coming in and going out of our nose. We feel how light and natural,
how calm and peaceful our breathing functions. At any time, while we are
walking, gardening, or typing, we can return to this peaceful source of
life.
We may like to recite:
“Breathing
in I know that I am breathing in.
Breathing out I know that I am breathing out.”

We do not need to control our breath. Feel the breath as it actually is.
It may be long or short, deep or shallow. With our awareness it will naturally
become slower and deeper. Conscious breathing is the key to uniting body
and mind and bringing the energy of mindfulness into each moment of our
life.
|