We all deal with stress on a day-to-day basis, myself included. In fact I have the Chinese symbol for breathe tattooed inside my left wrist from my teaching days to remind myself to take a step back and just breathe. In the yoga we learn the practice of breath control (or pranayama). The exhale is used to release stress and toxins and inhale is about bringing energy into the body. Does this mean you have a take a yoga class to get the benefits of deep breathing? No. You can enjoy the luxury of a mini vacation where ever you are. Sit
up in your chair with your feet on the floor and a long spine. Close
your eyes and focus on your breath. Inhale through the nose, feeling
your spine get longer and taller. Then exhale through your mouth with a
deep sigh. As you exhale, visualize the stressful moments of your day moving away
from you.
Try
this for a few minutes anytime you need to let go of something. It can
have a profound effect on your emotional and physical health.
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