🌬️ The Fragrance of Life
The flow of breath is a precious treasure of life.
The rhythm of our breathing aligns with the rhythm of our physical existence—an inner indicator of our body and mind’s current state of well-being.
Prana: The Vital Life Force
In yogic philosophy, it’s believed that breathing not only circulates air but also Prana, the vital life force.
Prana is said to carry properties similar to electromagnetic fields, as well as light and heat. It envelops the entire Earth like a subtle energetic web.
The North Pole represents the positive pole, and the South Pole represents the negative pole of Prana’s magnetic field.
These polarities attract one another, creating a global circuit of energy that affects all living beings within the Earth’s atmosphere.
This energy field is composed of ultra-fine particles carrying positive and negative charges, commonly known in physics as ions.
An increase in negative ions in the body can bring rejuvenating effects and vitality. These ions enter the body through the breath, especially during inhalation.
The Human Body: A Living Magnet
Yogis believe that when these charged ions are absorbed through breathing, they turn the human body into a living magnet:
The head is the positive pole.
The base of the spine is the negative pole.
As a result, energy flows along the spine like a magnetic current.
With mindful breath regulation, this energy can be intensified, enhancing the body’s electromagnetic field, supporting harmony and overall health.
🧘♀️ Breathing Practice: Awakening the Fragrance of Life
Sit in a calm, comfortable position.
Begin by simply observing your breath without trying to control its length or speed.
Let go of everything except this one awareness.
Notice the sensation as air enters through your nose.
Follow your breath with your attention—stay exactly with it, not ahead, not behind.
Once the breath feels natural and rhythmic, begin to deepen it gradually.
Now shift your awareness to the upper nasal cavity, to the olfactory membrane—imagine that both inhalation and exhalation pass through this space.
🧠 Mind, Scent & Energy
As breath passes through the olfactory membrane, it stimulates scent receptors, which release chemical messengers and trigger neural signals. These signals eventually reach the brain’s limbic system, a center responsible for emotions, memories, and mood.
By focusing your awareness on the olfactory area, you stimulate a subtle magnetic field, enhancing the emotional regulation mechanisms of the brain.
This practice harmonizes not only your breath but also your emotions and mental clarity—offering a subtle yet powerful tool for self-regulation and peace.