Ancient Vedic texts provide insight into the importance of attaining meditative awareness by focusing the mind on regulated breathing. Breathing is a somatic function, which means that unlike eating food and drinking water, under normal circumstances we do not need to consciously make an effort to breathe. The normal rate of respiration in adults is 12 to 20 breaths per minute. The synchronized act of inhalation of oxygen and exhalation of carbon dioxide is called breathing, oxygen being essential for the cellular functions of the body. Yet, in the rush to meet our life goals amidst the daily hustle-bustle, we tend to ignore the importance of mindful deep breathing. Rate of respiration is one of the four vital signs that indicates how well the body is functioning. The first gasp of breath by a newborn is considered the moment of birth and beginning of life.
Breathing is the most obvious and direct manifestation of human life. It requires breathing in slow, medium and fast cycles, breathing must be cyclic and rhythmic, you must make sure that the duration of your inhalations is twice your exhalations, this final step clarifies your vision and purifies your being. Kriya (Purifying Breath) The third and most important form is Kriya, which is an advanced form of breathing. Sudarshan Kriya is a powerful yet simple rhythmic breathing technique that incorporates specific natural rhythms of the breath, harmonizing the body, mind and emotions.
Take a look at the latest research done on the Sudarshan Kriya technique taught by the Art of Living.
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