Recently, I’ve been setting the intention to stretch and push my body more to help with flexibility and strength. I’m noticing how shallow I breathe throughout most of the day. I was curious to see how many deep breaths I could take in a minute and use that as a guide to hold different stretches and yoga poses for flexibility rather than set a timer. I was shocked that eight long, slow, inhales and exhales brought me to the minute mark. This exercise of breathing intentionally left me a little lightheaded and changed my perspective. I don’t need to pick up the pace and do more, I need to lean in and slow down.
Tuning into what’s in front of me is a spiritual exercise as well. This practice empties me in order to get filled up again. Emptying my thoughts and my mind is what I need to do in order to create the space for God‘s perspective to grow inside me. I am able to tune in to the gentle nudges of invitation. I can be part of the creative dance of the divine bringing healing and love into our crazy world.
What would your day look like if you took eight deep breaths?
Thank you, Lord, for expanding my breath and perspective.
Smitten With Goodness 