Hello and welcome to this 12 minute introduction to conscious connected breathwork session.
My name is Lisa and I'm so happy that you're joining me here today.
I recommend that you do this practice laying down somewhere quiet,
Somewhere where you won't be disturbed,
So that you can relax and receive the full benefit of the work we're going to do together.
So lie down now and settle in.
Just breathe in normally to begin with,
Allowing any movement,
Any sounds,
Anything that helps you to get settled comfortably.
And just feel the surface that you're laying on supporting you.
Feel it holding you.
And then take a deep breath in and sigh it out.
And if you haven't done already,
Allow your eyes to come to close.
And now take your attention to the top of your head and imagine a wave of relaxation flowing down from the top of your head all the way down to the end of your toes.
Imagine feeling heavier and heavier,
More and more supported.
And we're going to begin the conscious connected breathwork now.
Breathing in and out through your mouth or through your nose,
Your choice,
With no pause between the inhale and exhale.
And no pause between the exhale and inhale.
Connecting your breath like a wave.
No pause at the top,
No pause at the bottom.
And finding the rhythm that feels good for you today.
Finding your rhythm,
Using your breath to deepen your connection to your mind,
Body and soul.
Breathing deep into your belly on your inhale and then relaxing and softening on the exhale.
No forcing.
Feeling your belly rise as you breathe in and feeling it fall and soften as you breathe out.
Active,
Deep inhale.
Passive,
Relaxed exhale.
Just staying with your breath.
And know that if your mouth is beginning to feel dry,
It's completely normal.
It's just part of the process and it will pass.
Keep going.
You're completely safe.
The only thing you have to do is breathe.
Keep going.
You're doing amazing.
Keep breathing deep into your belly,
Connecting your inhale and your exhale like a wave.
And just discovering the pace,
The rhythm that feels good to you.
Fully connecting to the wisdom of your breath.
And the invitation here to deepen your inhale a little more if that feels good.
Inviting in more oxygen,
More vital energy.
Knowing that you're fully in control.
This is your experience.
You can bring the level of intensity that feels right for you today.
You're doing great.
Keep going.
Perhaps you're noticing some sensations now.
Maybe some pins and needles.
Maybe your body feels heavy.
Perhaps you feel warm or cold.
And just invite these sensations in with curiosity,
With open awareness.
And perhaps you've got some thoughts coming in.
Maybe some distraction,
Stories about how this is difficult and you can't keep going.
Just acknowledge these thoughts and then focus your attention back on your breath.
And letting go of the active breath completely now.
Returning to your normal pace and rhythm.
Returning to nose breathing if you've been mouth breathing.
Fully surrendered now.
Letting go of any need to control.
Just relaxing and being present with what is.
Noticing any feelings in your body,
Any thoughts in your mind as you allow this experience to integrate.
And as we come towards the end of this session,
I want to wiggle your fingers or wiggle your toes.
A nice big stretch to your side if that feels good.
And we are complete.
