Breathe

Comment by Joseph Webb on December 14, 2008 at 2:51pm

Give thanks for this Forum.

Yes more and more I realize that this is what I need and desire.
I find myself becoming more aware of my breath and how when breathing
deeply (without exerting to much effort) I often loose my appetite for solids
and liquids, especially if I'm in the presence of the sun.

Being connected to the breath has also in a clear subtle way allowed me to
realize how food can be an addiction. I have also developed the habit of becoming aware of the breath when I'm eating and how the food that I'm partaking in is effecting my breathing and how this plays a role in my attitude towards life and the present moment.

Give thanks,
JWebb

Comment by Suzie- Smoothie on December 15, 2008 at 3:06pm

I am doing pranayama at this moment and writing about it on my yoga course (: The breath is everything (:

Comment by Raini on December 15, 2008 at 3:13pm

Thats awesome. I like how i have to be reminded by a digital internet group to breathe:)

Comment by KarmaFree Kale Chips on December 15, 2008 at 3:48pm

Yeah - it is odd at beast to have to mention to people to

'PLEASE BREATH .. AND BREATH AS IF YOUR LIFE DEPENDED ON IT "

:))

Comment by Raini on December 15, 2008 at 3:59pm

It's odd, but just about everything us humans do is odd. I mean we are considered odd by the masses because we eat real food. A sigh is nothing more than a conscious exhale.

Comment by Raini on December 15, 2008 at 8:12pm

I think you're right... It all boils down to water..vapor.

Oh man i'm terrible.

Comment by Ryan V. on December 15, 2008 at 8:31pm

So then, a breatharian would starve in zero humidity ;)

I think there is more to it . . . sure water plays a role

Comment by Joseph Webb on December 16, 2008 at 7:59pm

Peace and Blessings.

I give thanks for everyone in this group discussion and for posting there thoughts.

I'm just curious to know where everyone is on there "raw food" journey and how that plays a role in your personal relationship with the awareness and acknowledgement of the breath?

I know that when ever I'm practicing being aware of my breath and practicing
breathing techniques, I find myself desiring less and less solid food. Especially during the spring, summer and early fall.

Please share...

Give thanks,

Comment by Raini on December 16, 2008 at 8:14pm

Ryan, Yeah i was just making a terrible joke. After all, water is roughly 1/3rd oxygen. I say roughly because according to many, water is much more than H20 when "alive."

Joseph, i feel you. Maybe it has to do with the sun, after all those are the seasons with more sun, compared to winter. I'm about 6 and a half months into being 100% raw food eater. I knew before changing my diet that the breath has a huge impact in the way i feel and perceive things at all times. But since i have been raw, i use it alot more to curb desire and when mixed with intent, it helps me rewire my brain if you will. Thanks to everyone as well.

Comment by Raini on December 23, 2008 at 10:16pm

Molly I would have to say that breath is only automatic when you forget about it.
No different than your heartbeat. The heartbeat is just a bit harder to get control of, but not impossible.

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