P is for Pranayama #AtoZChallenge

This year my A to Z Challenge is all about wellbeing - something I'm particularly passionate about. Whether it's physical, emotional, mental, spiritual or even the wellbeing of my business, I'm passionate about it! Today it's all about Pranayama :D

Peaceful And Meditation yoga pose by Stuart Miles at www.FreeDigitalPhotos.net

Pranayama. Prana literally means the life force (the breath) and Yama means to lengthen or regulate. So in yoga, when we practise pranayama, we are breathing in a controlled manner in order to maximise our wellbeing. There are many different ways of practicing pranayama, one of which is Kapalabhati which consists of rapid, forced exhales followed by passive inhales. Another is Nadi Shodan (alternate nostril breathing). Read the Art of Living's post about this awesome technique.

Both take a little getting used to, but once you've mastered them, they will really help calm you down (especially if you're feeling anxious or unwell).

Namaste