A few months back, my friend Kristen and I went to a Transformational Breath workshop. Truthfully, I had no idea what we had signed up for, but I thought the guides may teach some good breathing techniques to help when life throws a curveball and since I love learning about new healing modalities, I was on board. The experience that day was astounding. I learned that we only use about 30% of our breath capacity on any given day. I learned that our breath has amazing power… much more than we realize. Through this particular breathing technique that we practiced,…
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You’ve Got the Power
Here I am breath held exhale weak halt of flow without awareness I zip up shrink back suck in Do you? ember out quiet down lay low fade to invisible [shallow breath] finger snap spark twinkle glow rays of light awaken my vigilance The practice of flow is minded Air within heaves beautiful rhythm (now) I witness the promise of God’s breath, the very strength of holy dwelling within With intention, I open myself draw in long and slow inhale power Will you? expand yourself feel the source exhale love abundantly given [bottomless breath] you and I connected to divine…
Stay Alert: The Reptilian Brain Lurks
Stay alert this All Hallow’s Eve for what lurks in secret places. Critters and creatures march in the dark, coming for their sweets. But another contemptuous one lies in wait to warn us of what ifs. I tell you, keep watch for the reptilian brain — This one, dressed as an ancient warrior armed and ready to fight. This one, dressed as an Olympic sprinter, winged shoes on ready to flee. This one, who lies deep within us, anticipates its’ parade of dominion. This, the brain who hungers for more— letting lust lure, not sated by a spreadable feast, but…