Human breath exists in a liminal place, that is to say it's between two things. The action of breathing is automatic like a heartbeat, but it can be controlled like a morning stretch. Air itself is insubstantial, but we know that it's as material as the ground beneath our feet. This may be why mastering breathing is so important to the practice of meditation – how we breathe affects our bodies and spirits alike. Controlled breathing makes relaxation come more easily, and provides a focus for quieting the mind.>>Read more »
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