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The Breath Count Isn't Seconds

The Breath Count Isn't Seconds

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A breath count isn’t always a count of seconds. In this episode, we explain why breathing exercises use a count to maintain the ratio between inhales, holds, and exhales—not to keep perfect time. Beginner exercises may use a faster pace, while advanced versions slow things down, and in real life, the pace naturally varies.

Peter talks with Rico Riley, owner of Black Mountain Adventures, about why we’re conditioned to connect counting with specific amounts of time—and why it’s better not to get caught up in being perfect. We also discuss how adjusting the video playback speed can help you find a pace that works for you.

HANDS-ON CHEAT SHEET

Counting Pace Doesn't Mean Seconds. Speed can vary.

  • Faster Pace (If Sressed)
  • Slower Pace (If Calm)
  • Adjust Playback Speed in Video Settings

* Read the Video Descriptions

RESOURCES

Beginners Start Here Playlist:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzK1U3HzIGbinvIEKXQ2smbbVrfU7QsxB&si=13J7LO3liCI9B8KO

Thanks to Rico Riley for sharing his time and experience.

Learn more about Black Mountain Adventures:

https://blackmountainadventuresaz.com/

⁠View Photo with Rico

Hosted by: Peter Deuschle, founder of Hands-On Meditation

Intro Voice Over: Matthew Hall

Theme Song: “Manual Focus” by Peter Deuschle

Videos: ⁠HandsOnMeditation.com


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