Seated Chest Opening Movement for Deeper Breathing (Qigong)

This gentle seated movement helps open the chest and create space for deeper, more natural breathing.

As the arms slowly move outward and return, you may notice a soft expansion across the chest and a subtle release of tension. There is no need to control the breath. Simply allow it to respond naturally.

Rather than forcing change, this practice supports the body in opening and settling on its own.

You may experience a sense of ease, a deeper breath, or simply a quiet shift in awareness.

Suitable for all levels. Can be done comfortably on a chair.

Please note: This session is not a substitute for professional medical or psychological care. Do not practice while driving or operating machinery.

Transcript

I am Sangjae Lee. Before we begin, Please note that this session is not a substitute for professional medical. Or psychological care. And please don't practice. While driving or operating Machinery. Everything is optional. You can move at your own pace. If you feel pain, Dizziness or anything uncomfortable. Please stop and rest at any time. Let's begin. Or left. Soft fingers. Musty fingers. Slight bend in the elbows. Don't lie. Now, Follow along with me. Inhale. Three lows. Exhale through your nose or mouth, Your choice. Inhale. Move slow and easy. Exhale. Feel your body and breath. Inhale. No breath holding. Exhale. Breathe naturally. Inhale. Exhale. Relax shoulders, Arms and hands. Inhale. Exhale. Inhale, Slow and easy. Stay with your body and breath. Exhale. Inhale. Feel the movement. Here's the breath. Exhale. Inhale. Exhale. Now, Gently allow the movement to come to a stop. Let your hands rest comfortably. Take a moment. Just feel your body as it is. Now. . . We'll move into a short breathing reset. You can close your eyes or keep them slightly open. There is nothing to control. No need to do it right. Begin to feel your natural breath. Let the breath move in its own rhythm. If there's any effort or tension. Let it soften. If your mind wanders. That's completely natural. Gently come back to the breath. Feel the support beneath your body. Is breathing. Slow breath out. When you are ready. Gently come back. Take a moment before moving. Thank you for practicing with me. I'll see you in the next session.