Mindful breathing grounds us in the present moment from "summary" of Real Happiness by Sharon Salzberg
When we bring our attention to the breath, we are not thinking about the past or the future; we are fully immersed in the now. The simple act of breathing in and breathing out connects us with the present moment, allowing us to let go of worries and distractions. By focusing on the sensations of the breath entering and leaving our body, we anchor ourselves in the present and cultivate a sense of calm and clarity. No matter what is happening around us, the breath is always there as a reliable anchor to bring us back to the present moment. When we are mindful of our breath, we are able to observe our thoughts and emotions without getting caught up in them. We can witness the fluctuations of the mind with a sense of detachment, recognizing that our thoughts and feelings are just passing phenomena...
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