The Third Basic Breath
THE CLEANSING BREATH
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The Cleansing Breath is the third Basic Breath. It ventilates and cleanses the lungs, and stimulates the cells of the Physical Body. It tones the entire respiratory system and aids in the general well-being and healthy condition of the Physical Form.
As you practice these exercises, feel the rhythm of each Breath. Concentrate on the purpose of each Breathing Exercise and what it will do for you. The attitude of mind as well as body affects the results of any Breathing Exercise.
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Inhale a Vitalizing Breath.
2. Hold the air in the lungs for a few seconds
3. Purse the lips and blow out a little air forcefully through the opening.
4. Stop for a moment and hold the air in the lungs, then repeat, blowing a little more air out. Continue this action until all the air in the lungs is expelled.
Remember, the diaphragm does the work in this Breath.
At this point in your practice, you should be breathing the Harmonic Breath and the Vitalizing Breath. Now you will add to those the Cleansing Breath.
