Daily practice
How to pair gentle breathing with prayer
Begin with a few easy breaths, then say one short prayer at your natural pace. You can use the breath as a reminder to pause, with space to skip the exercise whenever you want.
Begin comfortably
Sit somewhere you feel supported. Rest your hands wherever they’re comfortable and let your breath move gently. Follow a count only if it feels easy. You can pay attention to the contact of your feet with the floor instead.
Choose a short prayer
Try “God, I’m here,” or “Thank you for this moment.” Say the phrase in the space that feels natural, and take another ordinary breath when you need it. If you’d rather say the whole prayer first and then pause, that works too.
Return to the room
Notice one thing you can see and one sound you can hear. Give yourself time to decide what you want to do next. A glass of water, a short reading, or one thoughtful message can be enough.