just breathe

You've heard it before. "Take a deep breath."

There's a reason the phrase is said so often. It really works. Whatever the issue, whatever the problem, the first thing to do is breathe.

Since I started reiki, I am much more sensitive to how I feel and to the energy in my body. Whenever I take a deep breath, I can feel my energy shifting. It's as if my body and mind take a big sigh of relief and I have space to choose my reaction.

Try it! The next time you feel anxious or scared or mentally scattered or helpless or out of control or .. just take a slow deep breath. Then another. Then another. Even if you don't notice an immediate change, you're letting more oxygen flow through your system - and that is always a good thing.

Comments

[Andrea Hess]

So true! All it takes is one conscious breath to return us into the present moment. Aaaaah .....

Blessings,
Andrea

[Toni]

Words of wisdom, E. It is amazing what that simple act can accomplish.

[Julie M]

I'm going to do that right now. Great simple reminder. :)

[Elizabeth]

andrea: yet why is it so easy to forget?!

toni: it is amazing, isn't it.

julie: I hope it helped :)