Finding Your Center

Breathe In, Breathe Out Sometimes we forget one of the most basic of human needs, breathing. Yes, of course we continue to breathe everyday, I’m not saying we stop breathing, what I AM saying is that we forget HOW to breathe. I know I can get caught up in emotions and stress and only do shallow breathes or even hold my breathe, at times. This is not good for us, we must practice taking good, deep, and cleansing breathes everyday. When we take part in active breathing, we can clear our bodies of toxins and bad energy and bring in the goodness around us, the energy of the earth and nature. Breathe in through the nose, breathe in good energy, life-giving energy. Breathe out through the mouth and rid yourself of bad, negative energy and toxins. We should be taking time everyday to work on this and thus reap the benefits of cleansing breath. Even if for only 5-10 minutes a day. I bet after a while you will make time for longer sessions, only to gain the rewards of spending time with yourself. You’ll be surprised on how practicing breathing will elevate things, such as; stress and pain. Why WOULDN’T you want to do this? I know, I know. It’s hard to find the time, but like all things that we want to do throughout a day, we learn to make the time, until you can’t do without it. Building good habits only takes a couple of weeks of dedication for it to stick and become routine. Try it! That is your Call to Action for this week. Find time to give yourself a break. Get comfortable, sit upright and breathe. Clear your mind of your busy schedule, your to do list, and things that have been weighing on your mind. Let it all go for this time period and give yourself the time to just “Be”. If you struggle to quiet your mind and you find yourself wandering, it’s ok, just redirect you mind to quiet down and refocus on the moment. Sometimes I find myself counting in my mind to redirect the thoughts and get back to a quiet mind. Stay consistent and don’t give up. If you are struggling with phantom limb pain you might find this to be releasing. When stress seems to take over your physical well being try it and find your peace and focus again. I hope you all have a wonderful and safe 4th of July! and as always, Be Healthy, be Happy, Be YOU!! Much love,