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In Heart Rhythm Practice each element is associated with a specific way of breathing. When using the earth breath we establish a sense of  being grounded, stable, and present. .

Simple Version ~ Begin by exhaling fully.  Imagine when you breathe in that you are breathing nutrients from the core of the Earth, all the way up through you and into your heart. Earth breath is done through the nose. Breathe in & out equally. Six counts is good. Count like you are counting seconds. Try Earth Breath 5 times, making sure  to soften the belly, expand on inhale. This may seem opposite to how you usually breathe. After awhile you’ll notice how relaxing and oxygenating this breath is for you!

Next step is holding your breath at top of inhalation ~ this lets the fresh new air circulate fully through your lungs and heart. Very strengthening! 

Doing the ‘Earth Breath’ during  times of great change and uncertainty can give you a feeling of greater security and control ~ the only kind we really have  ~ control from the inside! 

The 4 elements ~   EARTH  WATER  FIRE  AIR  ~ associated with specific breaths, qualities, and ways to enhance our performance and sense of self ~ are focus of a meditation series beginning Sept. 8th ~ ‘Heart Rhythm Foundation’ ~ 9 classes on teleconference which makes it very accessible and affordable. For details click on http://www.vesselofvoices.com and see classes page. I’d love to have you join us ~ Heart Rhythm Meditation is applicable to many walks of life. It’s easy to integrate into a typical day; you can go as deep as you wish or keep it very simple and practical. Research shows this approach can positively affect high blood pressure, heart rate, immune system, insomnia, anxiety, and many other contemporary  imbalances. 

Blessings to you as you go on your way today,

Roxanna