Are you breathing, or taking time to breathe? 2020 has been a year for the history books. I don’t know a single person that hasn’t been touched or impacted by all of the events, health issues and angry rhetoric at every turn.
We push through, we keep going. We’re there for our families, friends and co-workers.
But, what about ourselves?
The New York Times* Article of: Breathe. Exhale. Repeat: The Benefits of Controlled Breathing by Lesley Alderman shares the outcome of breathing. Who doesn’t want less stress in their lives, elevated alertness and an immune system boost?
In other words, the intentional act of taking time to breathe and really breathing is healthy! Taking moments to breathe clears our heads, hearts and spirit.
It’s not selfish. Just the opposite! When we breathe, really breathe, we’re more self-aware and stronger. When we’re stronger, our ability to be there for others increases.
You can stop and breathe any time, any place. Take 5 minutes today and just breathe. You’ll see and feel the difference.
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