The Art of Breathing

All Jedi Masters teach their apprentices in one way or another how to breath properly. If not, the student will eventually learn on their own. You see, it is believed that there is a mysterious power in breathing. Allowing yourself to breath regularly, and deeply, can do more than just provide oxygen.

Start by either lying down or sitting comfortably. You may want to where loose fitting clothes. This helps for you to let go of your physical self.

Now, take a few deep breaths, and begin by inhaling for 4 seconds. Hold your breath for 4, exhale for 4, and hold again for 4. If this is your first time doing this, you may find it difficult to hold your breath after exhaling, so gradually work that in, until your breath is on a count of 4-4-4-4 all the way through.

When Inhaling, allow your stomach to expand before your chest. When exhaling, do just the opposite. Make sure you fill your lungs completely, but not to the point where it begins to hurt.

Close your eyes. If you've ever had difficulty meditating, using this breathing technique will allow you to focus. After some time and practice, you will actually forget to count, and the breathing will become natural.

If you start to get dizzy or short of breath, make sure to change the length of time during one of the 4 second counts. It's all about practice.

This can be applied as well if you ever become overwhelmed, or even afraid. Regulating your breathing, is like alowing the Force to flow through you regularly. This all may sound complicated, but it really isn't. You'll forget all about this lesson once you know how to do it.

Now read "The Breath of the Force"

...Streen

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