🇬🇧 Nadi Shodhana breathing | Balance Your Energy & Calm the Mind

Welcome to Lílákásá for a new conscious practice, a moment to slow down and return to yourself. If you would like to support this work and access additional practices, teachings, and a deeper community space, you can join the Lílákásá Patreon community here:   / lilakasa   Discover the calming power of Nadi Shodhana, also known as Alternate Nostril Breathing, a traditional yogic breathwork practice designed to cultivate balance, clarity, and inner harmony. In this guided session, we begin with gentle alternate nostril breathing before gradually introducing breath retentions (Kumbhaka), allowing the practice to deepen while remaining calm and accessible. Breathing pattern: • Alternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Shodhana) • Gentle breath retentions (Kumbhaka) • Smooth, relaxed breathing through the nose According to the yogic tradition, Nadi Shodhana helps harmonize the two principal nadis, Ida and Pingala. Ida is associated with the lunar qualities of calm, intuition, and receptivity, while Pingala represents the solar qualities of vitality, action, and expression. As these complementary energies come into balance, the mind naturally becomes quieter and the breath steadier. Benefits of this practice may include: • A greater sense of inner balance • Reduced stress and mental agitation • Improved focus and concentration • A calmer and more regulated nervous system • Preparation for meditation • Increased awareness of the breath and body This practice is suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. Whether you are looking to reset after a busy day, prepare for meditation, or simply reconnect with yourself, Nadi Shodhana offers a gentle path back to balance. Practice in a comfortable seated position and allow the breath to remain smooth and effortless throughout. If you enjoyed this practice, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your experience in the comments. ⚠️ Health Disclaimer: This breathwork practice may not be suitable for everyone. If you are pregnant, have cardiovascular conditions, respiratory disorders, epilepsy, severe anxiety, or any medical condition that may be affected by breath retention or breathwork, please consult a healthcare professional before practicing. Always listen to your body, practice gently, and stop if you feel dizzy, uncomfortable, or unwell. #NadiShodhana #AlternateNostrilBreathing #Breathwork #Pranayama #Meditation #Mindfulness #BreathRetention #Kumbhaka #YogaBreathing #InnerBalance