Our breathing is a stable solid ground that we can take refuge in.
Regardless of our internal weather- our thoughts, emotions and
perceptions- our breathing is always with us like a faithful friend.
Whenever we feel carried away, or sunken in a deep emotion, or
scattered in worries and projects, we return to our breathing to
collect and anchor our mind.
We
feel the flow of air coming in and going out of our nose. We feel how
light and natural, how calm and peaceful our breathing functions. At
any time, while we are walking, gardening, or typing, we can return to
this peaceful source of life.
We may like to recite:
“Breathing in I know that I am breathing in.
Breathing out I know that I am breathing out.”
We
do not need to control our breath. Feel the breath as it actually is.
It may be long or short, deep or shallow. With our awareness it will
naturally become slower and deeper. Conscious breathing is the key to
uniting body and mind and bringing the energy of mindfulness into each
moment of our life.
