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Cat Mokugyo · Zen Space
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Grounding Breath

Use breath counts to lower mental speed and return to the body.

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Use breath counts to lower mental speed and return to the body.

Try it like this

  1. 1Sit or stand with both feet grounded.
  2. 2Inhale for 4 counts and exhale for 6 counts.
  3. 3Keep your attention on the exhale rather than the thought.
  4. 4Do 8 to 12 rounds and end with one natural breath.
Next gentle step

If your body already feels a little steadier, continue with a tool that keeps the rhythm going

You do not need to rethink what to do next. Choose the easiest tool that fits this calmer state and keep the transition light.

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