MODULE 6 SPIRITUAL MEDICINE - Flipbook - Page 146
Foundation Breathing Techniques:
Understanding Pranayama Fundamentals
Dirga Pranayama: Three-Part Breath
Ujjayi Pranayama: Victorious Breath
Nadi Shodhana: Alternate Nostril Breathing
Natural Breath Awareness
Building Your Foundation Practice
Contemporary Breathing Approaches: Wim Hof Method
Integration with Daily Life
Advanced Pranayama Practices
Understanding Advanced Breathing Techniques
Key Differences and Precautions
Higher Aims: Spiritual Growth and Energy Direction
Kapalabhati: Skull-Shining Breath
Initial Setup
Exhalation Focus
Passive Inhalation
Rhythm Development
Practice Progression
Bhastrika: Bellows Breath
Preparation Phase
Equal Force Breathing
Full Lung Engagement
Heat Generation
Completion and Rest
Advanced Applications and Modifications
Three-Part Bhastrika
Retention Integration
Visualization Enhancement
Mantra Integration
Kumbhaka: Breath Retention Practices
Antara Kumbhaka: Retention After Inhalation
Bahya Kumbhaka: Retention After Exhalation
Combined Retention Practices
Ratio Breathing
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