FOCUS ON YOUR BREATH
When the breath is erratic, shallow and fast, it is almost impossible to think rationally or positively. The mind then becomes confused and is unable to control its thoughts and consequent behaviour. Hence, it is important to slow down the pace of your breath and take deep inhalations and exhalations.
This process will not only slow down your breathing rate but also enhance the supply of oxygenated blood to your head. Increase in supply of fresh oxygenated blood, will immediately calm you down and release your stress and anxiety.
Hence, whenever consumed with any negative emotions, first draw all your attention to your breath. Observe the pattern: it will always be shallow when you are not in a balanced state of mind. Begin to consciously control your breath by equalizing the process of inhalation and exhalation. Begin with two seconds and subsequently increase it to 3, 4 and 5.
Focus your attention on your abdomen by placing your palm on your naval region and observe its movement as you practice this equal breathing technique. You can also place your palm on your heart centre and observe how your lungs expand and contract as you breathe.
When the breath is erratic, shallow and fast, it is almost impossible to think rationally or positively. The mind then becomes confused and is unable to control its thoughts and consequent behaviour. Hence, it is important to slow down the pace of your breath and take deep inhalations and exhalations.
This process will not only slow down your breathing rate but also enhance the supply of oxygenated blood to your head. Increase in supply of fresh oxygenated blood, will immediately calm you down and release your stress and anxiety.
Hence, whenever consumed with any negative emotions, first draw all your attention to your breath. Observe the pattern: it will always be shallow when you are not in a balanced state of mind. Begin to consciously control your breath by equalizing the process of inhalation and exhalation. Begin with two seconds and subsequently increase it to 3, 4 and 5.
Focus your attention on your abdomen by placing your palm on your naval region and observe its movement as you practice this equal breathing technique. You can also place your palm on your heart centre and observe how your lungs expand and contract as you breathe.