Relaxation and Breathing
Prana is a Yoga term, meaning ‘The Vital Life Force’ or ‘Energy’ that enriches our lives and sense of awareness. It influences the way we breathe our perception of life and our surroundings.
When breathing in we are inhaling Prana. Incorrect breathing limits the intake of Prana lowering our perception of life and spiritual awareness.
Prana influences our body and mind and nourishes our sense of well-being. There are very few things in the world that are free, breathing and relaxation are a couple, not only free but always available. Calm Active Meditation can be very useful as well .
Deep breathing does not always come naturally; it is something we must practice. Breathing through the mouth is incorrect because it reduces the oxygen reaching the lungs. Therefore we must breathe in through our nose and out through our mouth. It not only helps clear the mind but allows you to feel livelier because you are utilising your lungs to maximise the oxygen in your bloodstream.
The Breath is the only involuntary function that we can voluntarily control, meaning we can change the rhythm, making it faster or slower. Our Respitory System is like an air conditioning unit taking in air cleansing it then expelling the bad air.
Anxiety causes shallow breathing, only using the upper part of the chest, indicating our emotional and mental state. If short shallow breathing continues a mental and emotional imbalance will occur translating into physical effects throughout the body.
Depression causes people to sigh more, a tendency to talk after exhalation, still only taking shallow breaths but usually not quite so rapidly. Incorrect breathing has a direct effect upon the coronary arteries and can lead to destruction of heart tissue.
At times of stress, our bodies become more tense. Progressive Muscular Relaxation is designed to undo these effects. It works by tensing then relaxing each part of the body
in turn. Choose a quiet room where you will not be disturbed and practice for about 10 to 15 minutes regularly.
Deep breathing is also a great relaxation technique. By taking in Prana our Vital Force will be strengthened physically, mentally and emotionally, making us stronger and more positive.
Diaphragmatical Breathing expands the lungs and diaphragm fully. For people who suffer from asthma, anxiety, stuttering and heart palpitations it is an excellent exercise.
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