Breath Prayer

Breath Prayer focuses on a short phrase divided into two parts, to be recited on your inhale and exhale. Breathing brings oxygen to your brain and calms your nervous system, and focusing on a phrase helps you internalize its meaning. For example, you could use the verse, “Be still and know that I am God” (Psalm 47:10). On your inhale recite “Be still and know” and on your exhale recite “that I am God.” Do this repetitively for a designated period of time. Then as you go about your daily activities, return to your breath through recalling this phrase to refocus your mind on God, regulate your body, and find inner peace.