Breathing

We often tense up in stressful situations, reducing the intake of air rather than trying to breathe deeply. Breathing techniques can give us clarity, helping to relax us and release stuck emotions. Here’s a simple exercise to consider:

1. Press a finger down on each nostril by turns, so that your breath is being channelled up and down one side of your nose at a time. Focus your awareness on the inhalation and exhalation.
2. See if you can do the above exercise by concentrating on each nostril in turn without the use of a finger.