From a scientific perspective, the so called medical side, I present an informative, practical and thought provoking read for the general public, the curious and those interested in nasal breathing and other specifics about the functioning of the nose. These elements will also be fundamental for practitioners of yoga and meditation or mindfulness, expanding their general knowledge at different levels of practice.
The book’s focus on the nose is an essential step in improving our understanding of other organs involved in meditation and yoga.
The chapters are presented as pairs, or dyads—the meeting of two complementary principles, such as yin and yang. First I introduce the scientific side and then I start to consider the art of yoga and mindfulness meditation.
In a playful way, I chose to name the parts of the chapters as INSPIRING and EXPIRING.
INHALE: You will explore all the main medical concepts of nose breathing scientifically.
EXHALE: The theme will have its corollary presented in meditation or yoga.
In some chapters, I pose broader questions about the elements covered, which offer something EXTRA for you to reflect on.
We know that breathing is simple and irreplaceable. For a long time, I believed, like many people, that the exceptional consisted of marveling at the rare. In reality, the exceptional is the ability to interested in, appreciate and marvel at the simple. Breathing is so common that it goes unnoticed in everyday life.
A book about this universe, seen from a scientific perspective, can help you to make important reflections.
This book is not intended to make you an expert doctor or a yoga or meditation teacher. It describes the main medical concepts about the nasal cavities, in a scientific way, to facilitate their use in nasal breathing.
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Breathing is not only paramount to life; it can also be transformative in the practice of yoga and meditation, making it possible to go further into a posture or move closer to relaxation. It allows us to abandon the memories or emotions that distract us and make room for calming thoughts. Understanding the anatomy of our breathing exercises can make the practice meaningful, allowing us to imagine the benefits that occur within our body as we understand our own breathing rhythm. Nasal breathing is also healthier than mouth breathing because the nose acts as a filter and humidifies the inhaled air. For most people, nasal breathing is involuntary and natural. In contrast, breathing through your mouth can occur when breathing through your nose is laborious, especially during physical activity.
When beginning to meditate, preparation is necessary. Create a physical and mental environment that enhances the feeling of calm and concentration. Start by preparing a good place in your home, or go to a place in nature that you like. Do some stretching movements to disconnect from the work environment.
First, try to inhale and exhale in equal proportions of time; for example, inhale for four seconds and exhale for the same amount of time. Observe what is easier. Is it easier to inhale or to exhale? Enjoy the awareness of being alive and the quality of nasal breathing. Then, close your eyes and look at yourself without questioning, judging or traveling through your thoughts. Try to focus only on the sensations of your body at this time.
In the case of meditation, if done in a sitting position, try to do it for at least five minutes. Persist if you are unfocused; dare to open your eyes suddenly from time to time. You will naturally increase the amount of time spent meditating along with the pleasure of being quiet and focused. It is important to begin slowly, otherwise you can create an unnecessary aversion to meditation.
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