Techniques
The power of Breathing:
Invigorate yourself
Warning: Not to be used by Asthmatics
All breathing is done through the nose
Sit or lie comfortably
Close your eyes
Take a deep breath in (stomach rising)
Exhale slowly (stomach falling)
If you are unsure about the stomach breathing please read here first
Now, inhale for a count of 4
Pause for 1 count
Exhale for a count of 4
Pause for 1 count
Repeat 3 times
This is called equalising breathing- the inhalation and exhalation are the same length
Now, inhale for a count of 6
Pause for 1 count
Exhale for a count of 4 (make sure you release all the stale air)
Pause for 1 count
Continue to breathe this way for a few rounds (not too much-a minute should do it)
The most important thing to remember is to keep your inhalation 2 counts longer than the exhalation. You may experiment and find that 8-6 and 10-8 also work well.
Visualise roots growing from the floor and "rooting" you to the spot before opening your eyes.