Mindful Breath Exercise

Breathing in
I am aware of the oxygen flowing into my lungs
Breathing out
I am aware of the carbon dioxide flowing out of my body

Breathing in
I breathe in deeply
feeling the oxygen expand my lungs
reaching every corner
replenishing and refreshing my body
Breathing out
I breathe out s...l...o...w...l...y
not rushing ahead

Breathing in
I do not struggle
I just breathe
Breathing out
I am at ease
at peace in the moment

Breathing in
I smile for all the joy of being fully present
Breathing out
I release all my fear, anger, pain and sadness

Breathing in
I become fully aware
of my body from the inside out
It’s weight and heat
The ebb and flow of blood
My heart beat
Breathing out
I become fully aware
of what I am hearing, seeing, feeling, smelling and tasting

Author's Notes/Comments: 

Loosely based on a mindful breath exercise in Thich Nhat Hanh's, "The Heart of The Buddha's Teachings." Adapted over time to what works for me.

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