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This is the retention of the breath after Your next three breaths hold
an inhalation or the pausing following the answer.
an exhalation. Being in the state of
suspension is called Kevala Kumbhaka. Here is a short practice you can
try along with me. In less than five
The complete suspension of the breath is minutes I guide you to find the state of
practiced in a comfortable manner for as meditation. Take five minutes and try
long as the practitioner desires. It should it out with me. When you are in the
never be forced. The magic of this moment third breath of the series, it is then your
of suspension quiets the mind, soothes choice to simply observe it; or stay in it
the physiology, as well as invigorating the for as long as you like.
cellular structure of the body.
What I want you to try to notice as
When I think about the effectiveness of you practice along with me in this little
the cessation of breath I imagine a little exercise, is how you feel before you begin,
kid who is very frustrated. They will what you notice during the practice, and
often instinctively hold their breath when how you feel after. Also notice that after
anger or frustration flairs. just a few short minutes of focusing on
your breath that you feel like you are
Did you ever wonder why? It is a more comfortable in your body, more at
mechanism that shuts off the mind chatter. peace in your heart, and have the feeling
that you could stay there seated in quiet
contemplation for a longer period of time.
Most importantly I want you to notice
how quiet the mind is. This seemingly
simple practice is a great way to launch
yourself into the state of meditation. I
look forward to you trying it.
More ways to help you find the state of
meditation a lot easier and quicker are:
A healthier diet, gaining deeper sleep,
and the lifestyle choices you make. The
two factors I see that most people suffer
from regarding difficulty sleeping are
poor breathing and poor digestion. The
inability to breathe deeply also challenges
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