The Three-Step Breathing Space

Immerse yourself in a sophisticated three-step breathing practice designed to elevate your mindfulness. Begin by gently acknowledging your present state—embrace your thoughts, feelings, sensations, and urges with a sense of curiosity and acceptance. Transition into a serene connection with your breath or other anchor, allowing each inhale and exhale to ground you. Finally, expand your awareness outward, moving forward with a heightened sense of mindfulness and intention throughout your day.

Transcript

The breathing space. Taking a little bit of time to adjust the posture or the position, The body to a more wakeful, Present, And kind way. Step one. Widening the attention. As we begin practicing, Becoming more aware of what this moment is like for me. Taking some time to notice the thoughts and feelings, The sensations, Urges, Or impulses are lingering here right now for you. Paying attention with curiosity, With care, As best you can. Alongside the next out breath. Moving into step two. Gathering and narrowing your attention to the sensations of breathing, Wherever you feel them the most clearly. Taking some time just to be with the breath. With the in breath. With the out breath. With the attention to the whole body. Back to the space that you're in. And with this more open awareness, Moving mindfully to whatever's next in the day.