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The Power and Practice of Taking a Breath to Respond in Love

10/16/2016

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We often take breathing for granted without recognizing or utilizing the power of taking a breath. However, when done correctly, taking a breath or few allows us to respond in love instead of react in anger or frustration during stressful situations. Taking a breath is powerful and can help us to “BE” lovingly responsive in the following four ways

  1. Be Quiet – Taking a breath helps us to be quiet and regroup, to think before we speak. When we inhale air, through the nose or mouth, we have to stop talking and be quiet.
  2. Be Calm – Taking a breath helps us to be calm and relaxed in mind and body. When we take at least three (3) deep breaths, we can center ourselves, connect to Spirit, get focused, decrease ego, increase in reason and be calm.
  3. Be Smart – Taking a breath helps us to be smart in recognizing that there are always spiritual forces at work seeking to knock us out of character and cause us to react negatively. When we take time to breathe and think first, we can respond in love instead of react with regrettable words or actions; and thus, be smart.
  4. Be Love – Taking a breath helps us to respond in love with tender compassion to the person or situation causing the mess or stress. When we allow the God in us to come forth and take charge, we can overcome the enemy outside and within, and be love.
​​In my own life experiences, breathing deeply has helped me to overcome the intense mind numbing anxiety I used to exhibit when taking tests or when feeling fearful and overwhelmed by this journey of life and its many responsibilities.  Taking a breath is a powerful tool to help you be relaxed, get focused and respond in love.
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    Jo Anne Meekins is the founder of Inspired 4 U Ministries and Inspired 4 U Publications; and an author, publisher, coach and speaker.

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