We all have a tendency to collect more than we really need. Some of us are collectors to the extent that we have a totally cluttered life. A lot of us carry emotional baggage which hampers us down the rest of the day. It gets to the point where you mind becomes fluttered. You get stressed and overwhelmed with everything that you need to do.

There are many causes of stress in life including anxiety, fear, uncertainty, etc. Stress effects us all and when one is over stressed it tends to make you perform subpar (of course there is good stress as well). You may be asking yourself why this matters. If you continue to get anxious and stressed it can cause you sleep lose, deterioration in health, difficulty in your ability to enjoy life and be happy…

The ability to recognize and manage your stress is essential is being able to help you achieve your life goals and heart desires.

This is where doing something as simple as yoga breathing exercises can help alleviate some of your worries and anxieties. The best part about these yoga breathing exercises are that they are simple, quick,  and free. Not only that but yoga breathing exercises can be performed by almost anyone in almost any location at virtually any time.

Your breath is your connection to life and is the essence of yoga. If you can learn how to control your breath correctly, you will be able to use your energy more efficiently. As you learn how to establish control and balance over your emotions you gain more out of your life.

The following yoga breathing exercises are amongst the ones my students regularly say give them the maximum benefit in releasing stress and tension. They are simple to do and can be practiced anywhere, anytime of the day you wish to feel calm and focused.

Yoga Breathing Exercise #1
Diaphragmatic Breathing
You can practice diaphragmatic breathing while you are  lying on your back, sitting in a chair or even standing up. Place your left hand gently across your upper chest and your right hand across the navel area. Relax your belly and chest. Keep your mouth closed. Close your eyes and take a deep breathe in through your nose. Your belly, chest and clavicles are not involved. You should feel the diaphram contract upon inhalation and release once you exhale.

Better understanding of yoga breathing exercise of diaphragmatic breathing

Practice yoga breathing with the video for yoga breathing exercise of diaphragmatic breathing.

Do this for approximately three to five rounds of exhaling in and out and then slowly open your eyes. Stay still for a few moments before reengaging in your daily activities.

Yoga Breathing Exercise #2
Watch The Breath

Sit yourself into a comfortable position and close your eyes. Start to become aware of the way you are breathing – observe the movement of air in and out through your nose.

Let your yoga breath guide you to find a natural rhythm and continue to listen and observe your breathe for a few minutes.

These two yoga breathing exercises should help relieve some stress and leave you with a feeling of tranquility.