Tue 20 Dec 2022 • Christina Hunt
PRESENCE | Innercamp + Breathwork
Live in the now and just … breathe!
Breathwork is a simple but powerful tool to cultivate presence and be mindful in our daily lives. It involves using your breath to bring awareness to your body and mind, and can be done anytime, anywhere, and at no cost.
Being present means being fully engaged in the moment, without being worried about past events and not fearing what the future holds. It is a celebration of where you are, what you are doing and whom you surround yourself with.
Breathing is a natural and automatic process that happens without us even thinking about it. However, when we pay attention to our inhales and exhales and do it consciously, we can tap into its power to calm the mind and bring ourselves into the present moment.
There are many different types of breathing exercises, but we would like to share with you a simple breath meditation as a pathway back to presence:
Lay down in a comfortable position. Close your eyes.
Connect your inhalation and exhalation by breathing through your nose. Breathe continuously, without pausing between each breath.
Take note of your breathing. Where in your body do you feel your breath moving?
In the chest? Belly? Towards the neck?
Do not try to alter the pattern; just observe.
Count the length of the in- and out-breaths in silence (second by second).
Concentrate on the inhale, then let go on the exhale.
The breathing will gradually slow down as you count the length of each inhalation and exhalation in silence (second by second).
Allow yourself some time to savor the moment and pay close attention to any physical sensations.
Place your hands on your chest; take some slow and deep breaths. Breathe into your hands. Inhale into this region while you press your hands there.
Now place your hands on your collarbones, take some slow and deep breaths here.
Now place your hands on the sides of the ribcage on both sides, take some slow and deep breaths. Breathe into your hands. Inhale into this region while you press your hands there.
Now place your hands on the lower belly, take some slow and deep breaths here. Connecting to the sensations in this area.
Going now to your hips and placing your hands there, take some slow and deep breaths.
Continue with this exercise and imagine breathing all the way down to your feet.
Give yourself some time to adjust to this mindful breathing pattern.
How are you feeling now?
Come back to the present moment at your own pace and open your eyes when you are ready.
So next time you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, distracted, and anxious, try taking a few minutes to focus on your breath and bodily sensations. After all, breath is your superpower!
AUTHOR
Christina Hunt
Related posts
Fri 8 Sep 2023 • Christina Hunt
Glastonbury 2023 with The Pop-Up Hotel
Wed 21 Dec 2022 • Ella Wroath
PRESENCE | Daily Plunging with Ella
Tue 20 Dec 2022 • Christina Hunt
PRESENCE | Meditating with Michael
Tue 20 Dec 2022 • Christina Hunt
PRESENCE | EFT with Emily
Tue 20 Dec 2022 • Christina Hunt
PRESENCE | August's Garden
Thu 22 Sep 2022 • Christina Hunt
The Humans of Soul Circus | Caroline from Colour Flow Active Wear
Thu 22 Sep 2022 • Christina Hunt
The Humans of Soul Circus | Maxine + Sarah
Thu 22 Sep 2022 • Christina Hunt
Soul Circus Fashion
Wed 20 Jul 2022 • Christina Hunt
The Benefits of Kid's Yoga
Tue 21 Jun 2022 • Christina Hunt
Mindful Pleasure in Every Sip
Tue 21 Jun 2022 • Christina Hunt
The Granthis & The Three Suns Meditation
Mon 13 Jun 2022 • Christina Hunt
Forget everything you think you know about Tantra
Sat 7 May 2022 • Christina Hunt
The Truth About Healing | Stephanie Hilborn
Wed 23 Mar 2022 • Ella Wroath
We Are All Connected
Mon 21 Mar 2022 • Christina Hunt
The Benefits of Shadow Work
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Humans of Soul Circus | Part 11
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Humans of Soul Circus | Part 10
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Humans of Soul Circus | Part 9
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Humans of Soul Circus | Part 8
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Humans of Soul Circus | Part 7
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Humans of Soul Circus | Part 6
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Humans of Soul Circus | Part 5
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Humans of Soul Circus | Part 4
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Humans of Soul Circus | Part 3
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Humans of Soul Circus | Part 2
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Humans of Soul Circus | Part 1
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Finding Inspiration | Genre Bending with DJ Yoda
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Ella Wroath
Finding Inspiration | Slowing Down in Thailand with Jamie
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Finding Sunshine in Portugal
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Ella Wroath
Black Lives Matter, the Pandemic, and Everything in Between
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Ella Wroath
Surviving Kids in Lockdown
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Ella Wroath
Community in the Time of Corona
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Ella Wroath
On The Bright Side
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Planting a Soul Circus Forest | Christina Hunt
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Personal and Social Codes | Emily Young
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Sleep Posture: A Cheat’s Guide To Quality Sleep | Levitex Sleep
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
How Holos Started Brewing For Good | Naomi Partridge
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Yoga is Political | Amuna Schmid
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Harvesting the Moon's Magic | Bex Milford
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
The Art of Play | Andy Nathan
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Healing Your Root Chakra Through Sound | With Kayce
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Raising Vibrations Through Devotion | What are we REALLY devoted to? With Robert
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Raising Your Vibration Through Science | With Jake
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Finding Inspiration | Molly the Sunshine Yogini and the Musician
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Finding Inspiration | Photography with Emily
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Finding Inspiration | Pivoting with Brandon
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Finding Inspiration | In Nature with Helen
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Finding Inspiration In Your Why | Racquel
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Rest, Restore and Rejuvenate Your Soul with Reiki | Bridget Hooper
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
The Science of Sleep, Anxiety and Stress | Stephanie Romiszewski
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Creating a Solid Sleep Routine | Caroline Cornish
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
The Sense and Power of Community | Evntmkrs
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Eco-Friendly Deodorant Brand Doing Its Bit For The Climate-Friendly Community | Wild
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Bringing Everybody & Every Body Together Through Yoga | Yogi Bare
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Building an Authentic Community | Dan Peppiat
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Build a Bridge to Spring | Academy Healing Nutrition London
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Eating With Your Gut in Mind | Ms Holistic
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Regeneration Through Work | Vicky Shilling
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
How to Boost Your Immune System with Yoga
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
The Places I've Been | Daniela Olds
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Christina Hunt
Getting Lost to Find Yourself | Dijana Krnjajic
Mon 17 Jan 2022 • Ella Wroath
Becoming the Circus