02/06/2026
💨 The Healing Power of Breath
During a hectic day or in the face of stressful events in our communities, our breath can be a helpful tool for grounding ourselves. Taking even just three minutes in a quiet, safe space to slow and steady our breath can help send the message to our bodies and minds that “in this moment, I am okay.”
Try this: Close your eyes, or soften your gaze. Without trying to force the breath in any way, pay attention to how your body moves each time you inhale and exhale. Perhaps you notice a subtle rising and falling sensation. If it feels right, invite a slight deepening of the inhale and a bit of a lengthening of the exhale. After a few moments, begin counting with each breath, one with the inhale, two with the exhale; three with the inhale, four with the exhale. Do this to the count of ten and then start over. Find your way through this rhythm several times - returning if you find your thougths drift - and check in with yourself after a few minutes of intentional, soothing breath. Do you notice feeling a little more settled in your body and mind? A tiny bit more steady in your thoughts and emotions? If you are interested in learning more about how the breath can contribute to a healthy mind and body, our therapists love to teach you some helpful tools - tailored just for you.
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