Become New with John Ortberg 11. Breathe
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May 24, 2021 Explores breath as the source of life and its links to spirit and creation. Guides simple paced nasal breathing exercises and prayerful breaths. Discusses health research on mouth versus nose breathing and why proper breathing matters. Offers reassurance, rhythmic practices to release toxicity, and reminders to breathe throughout the day.
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Breath As The Original Gift
- Breathing is presented as a fundamental biblical act that began humanity when God breathed life into Adam.
- John Ortberg links Genesis 2:7 to the ongoing gift of breath, framing each inhale as a direct gift from God.
Practice Slow Nasal Breathing With Intent
- Sit up straight, relax your shoulders, close your mouth and breathe in for ~5.5 seconds and out for ~5.5 seconds while inviting God's presence.
- Ortberg guides a practical breathing exercise tied to inviting God into mind and body and releasing what separates you from closeness with God.
Poor Breathing Fuels Anxiety
- Most people breathe about every 3.3 seconds and roughly 25,000 times daily, yet many do it badly which affects anxiety levels.
- Ortberg cites James Nestor's book Breath to show shallow, rapid breathing creates a feedback loop that increases panic.
