What Is Affectionate Breathing?

What Is Affectionate Breathing?

Feeling your whole body subtly moving with the breath, like the movement of the sea. Your mind will naturally wander like a curious child or a little puppy. When that happens, just gently returning to the rhythm of your breathing.

What is the affectionate breathing meditation for?

This is a restorative mindfulness practice designed to calm and clear the mind. This meditation invites you to use the breath as an anchor to find a grounded state of being. This practice is one of the core meditations from the Mindful Self-Compassion program.

How can I get attention to breath?

You want to pay attention to your breath in an easy way — on purpose, but not forced.
  1. Sit up in a comfortable way. ...
  2. Notice your breathing as you inhale and exhale normally. ...
  3. Pay attention to how the breath gently moves your body. ...
  4. Sit for a few minutes, just paying attention to your gentle breathing.
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