To start off, find a comfortable seat, maybe try Siddhasana if that feels good for you. Sit up nice and tall, with your hands resting gently on your knees, palms facing downward. Now, let's focus on our breathing: breathe in through your nose slowly and deeply, and exhale through your mouth, really letting go of that breath.

Take it easy and keep this rhythm going for about 2 minutes. Then, try holding your breath for as long as feels comfortable. After that, resume your slow, steady breathing for another 2 minutes before holding your breath again for a bit longer this time.

The goal here is to gradually increase your breath-holding capacity, so aim for at least 1.5 to 3 minutes if you can. It's all about taking it step by step and listening to what feels right for your body. *

Cosmic Breath 1

* Anand Mehrotra, Yoga Teacher Training.