Reading Of "Awareness of Breathing"

I am reading a short piece from Thich Nhat Hanh about awareness of your breath. It is from page 13 of "How To Relax". The title of the piece is "Awareness of Breathing" and he explains how we may return to our breath at any time or place.

Transcript

Hi,

I wanted to read a selection today called Awareness of Breathing from Thich Nhat Hanh's How to Relax.

Your breathing is a stable,

Solid ground where you can take refuge.

No matter what thoughts,

Emotions,

And perceptions are going on inside you,

Your breath is always there,

Like a faithful friend.

Whenever you're carried away by thinking,

Overwhelmed by strong emotions,

Or feeling restless and dispersed,

Return to your breathing.

Bring body and mind together and anchor your mind.

Become aware of the air coming in and going out of your body.

With awareness of the breath,

Our breathing naturally becomes light,

Calm,

And peaceful.

At any time of the day or night,

Whether you're walking,

Driving,

Working in the garden,

Or sitting at the computer,

You can return to the peaceful refuge of your own breath.

Thank you.