We don’t need to think about breathing in order for it to happen, but if we are conscious of it , we can modify our breathing and create significant changes to our physical, emotional,mental, and energetic health.
Shallow breathing patterns in adults are normally connected to stress, tensions and energy blockages, bad posture, sedentary lifestyle and even low self-awareness. The good news is that breathing can be converted from automatic to a consciously controlled function, and that we can use mindful intentional breathing practices to retrain our patterns, and improve our health and overall well-being.
Taoist breathing exercises were tested for centuries as a tool to boost energy levels, promote clear thinking, focus and concentration, clear up stress and negativity. Here are a few explanations how this tool works:
*Focus and mindfulness. Breath-work emphasizes focusing one’s attention on the breath, using it as an anchor to cultivate mindfulness. By directing attention to the breath, we let go of distracting thoughts and external stimuli, allowing the mind to settle and become more focused.
*Stress reduction. Taoist breathwork incorporates many types of deep diaphragmic breathing, which triggers the relaxation response. As a result, heart rate decreases, blood pressure lowers, and overall muscle tension reduces.
*Balancing Yin and Yang energies.When there is imbalance between Yin and Yang, it can manifest as mental and emotional disturbances. Taoist breathwork balances these vital energies within the body, restoring our equilibrium.
*Spiritual awareness.When you turn inwardly and so your breathwork routine, you cultivate a connection between the mind, body and spirit, which leads to deeper connection with the Universe. This way you can easily recognize and release tension and blockages, and attract more universal energy for healing and daily living.
Stay with good Qi
Thank you for sharing this information. For me, this can easily be put into practice.