Why learn pranayama?
The power of breathing is only realised when we dedicate part of our daily practice to it. When we spend time on breath awareness, the personal rewards include: a calmer, more focused mind; a more mindful approach to our day; deep self-acceptance; unity; the ability to react from detachment; brain stimulation, which includes strengthening the neural connections, stimulating the cerebral cortex and calming the amygdala (fight-or-flight response); increasing emotional intelligence; and empathy for others…and much, much more. All of these things will promote both a happier, calmer mind and body.
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