How can I build my concentration through Pranayama?

Answered by Michael Lee, MA, the founder of Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy.

Concentration is much more powerful when it is a natural happening and not forced. Build concentration by practicing without trying or striving, and notice all that happens from a place of detachment. Pranayama is a great way to focus concentration through the breath.  Begin to notice if you are making it an effort and then try holding your concentration on the practice without the effort.  Over time you will attain that one-pointed focus of concentration.

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Michael Lee, MA is the founder of Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy, and the author of several books including “Turn Stress Into Bliss” (Fairwinds Press).  For more information on Michael and his work visit the Phoenix Rising website .

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