Discovering Blockages
This week at my private lesson, Jason and I addressed my difficulty expanding and contracting the breath at the middle bandha. So we worked on opening and releasing the upper abdomen, ribs, flank, etc. with a short, task-focused asana practice before the pranayama practice. This, combined with consciously maintaining a relaxed attitude, was extremely effective at releasing the blockages I've been feeling during my pranayama practice. Interesting, rather than the middle feeling tight today, the throat felt more locked up. It seems the blockages are gradually moving up (and out)?
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This and your previous entry both made me realize just how lucky I am. As a singer, I have great breath control, and yogic breathing is very natural to me. Over the years I have discovered the amazing healing properties of good breathing. As an ex-smoker, the damage I did to my lungs (and my voice, for that matter) was very quickly reversed because of my ability to breathe well.
Much luck to you as you continue to learn how to breathe.
Posted by: Gina | March 15, 2007 09:21 PM
Thanks for your honesty Edith. You have been inspiring to me throughout your efforts.
I am relatively new to Yoga/Meditation and am reaping the benefits of relaxation and mind consciousness, rather than focusing on physical aspects.
Posted by: Abbey Elliott | March 22, 2007 05:43 PM