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Square Breathing: A Focused Approach
The second exercise highlighted is square breathing—a technique where participants inhale, hold, exhale, and hold the breath in equal lengths. This method not only helps focus the mind but also provides a rhythmic structure that may ease the meditation process. Visualization of a square while performing the breath enhances mental concentration and combats the tendency for the mind to wander.
It's emphasized that everyone struggles with distractions during meditation, but the key lies in continuously returning focus back to the breath or chosen mantra. This repetition cultivates a meditative state and gradually reduces the fluctuations of the mind, allowing deeper introspection and connection.