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LIVING a
Soul-Hearted LIFE
USE YOUR BREATH TO CREATE SPACE , CONNECT WITH YOUR HEART , AND BUILD
Conscious Awareness
WISDOM & SELF-GROWTH
BY DR . DEBRA REBLE
Breathwork is a powerful spiritual practice you can use to create space , connect with your heart , and build conscious awareness . You always have access to our breath and it can immediately reduce anxiety and bring us into a state of equanimity . With so much happening in your life , knowing how to shift your energy into a calm and centered state is key to living a life without suffering and with more ease and joy .
The breath helps us create space within your body and in our lives . We use only ten percent of our lung capacity . For most of us , our default breath is usually shallow and tense residing mostly in our chests . Just by being mindful of our breath , we can begin to breathe more deeply , creating space .
You come into life on an inhale and you leave on an exhale . Your breath or prana in Sanscrit , not only keeps you alive ; but is the vital life force and essence of life . It brings energy into your body which connects you with the divine universe . It is the cosmic bridge between the physical / mind and spiritual / heart .
The quality of the mind is relative to the quality of the breath . You can use the breath to become
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