Taking Grounding Breath

Taking Grounding Breath

The intention of this lesson is…

The intention of this lesson is…

to provide you with a moment to practice breathing as a technique for grounding when you need it most.

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How to prepare

How to prepare

Before you begin…

Gather your materials:

– grounding object (like a photo or image, crystal or stone)

Choose a physical location – indoor or outdoor – where you feel comfortable and have space to move freely. 

Manage your distractions, as you are able to:

– Consider what tends to distract you and minimize those distractions during this time. Consider turning off reminders and notifications on your devices; inform people of the time you need for this practice, close your door. etc.

Activity

Activity

When you feel ready to begin…

Get present:

– Take a few deep breaths in and out. 

– Find a posture that feels most comfortable to you.

– Remind yourself that whatever unfolds during this time is honorable.

Why do we practice grounding breathing?

Your breath is always available to you. Whenever you need to ground yourself back into the present moment, your breath is always within reach as an anchor. 

  • Take a slow, deep inhale for 5 counts, and then a slow, deep exhale for 5 counts. 

Repeat this at least 3 times.

  • Then, bring your awareness to your feet – breathing into your feet and your toes. 
  • Take a slow, deep inhale for 5 counts, and then a slow, deep exhale for 5 counts. 

Repeat this at least 3 times.

Regrounding Moment

Regrounding Moment

Allow yourself to receive whatever information is coming to you and pay attention to where you are experiencing sensations in your body and extend some love. Acknowledge yourself.

An Invitation to Integrate

Consider how you can be intentional about integrating this grounding practice into your life.  For example, at the beginning of the day you could breathe into your feet before you get out of the bed. 

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