Breathing and Meditation

42 years ago, when I first started to travel across foreign countries, yoga and meditation were colored with prejudice. While the stigma around these practices is waning, there is still a long way to go. Breathwork and meditation hold the key to eliminating stress and restoring balance in all aspects of life. Our breath has many secrets that have not been explored fully. Each emotion corresponds to a distinct breathing pattern. If emotions can impact how we breathe, the reverse is also true. From ancient times, people have been using breath as a way to relax and strengthen their minds. A strong mind can carry a weak body. However, a weak mind cannot even support a strong body. Meditation helps individuals experience a rare state of outer dynamism and inner calm. It is no longer a luxury, but a modern-day necessity. Meditation and breathwork are not just cures but also preventive measures for maintaining mental and emotional well-being. Even if one person in a family is disturbed, it affects the entire family. Inner peace is key to the peace in family, society and eventually in the entire nation. - Gurudev