3rd IMPC Lecture: Svash Preksha - Perception Of Long Breathing

1. Objectives of Svash Preksha

• To develop consciousness free from negative emotions
• To train the mind to focus in one direction for longer period of time
• To live in the present moment
• To accomplish success and fulfilment

2. Spiritual Basis of Svash Preksha

• A technique of developing deep concentration
• An important process of awakening dormant potentials
• Voluntary and involuntary technique
• A powerful agent between internal and external world
• A strong connection between mind, body, emotions and breath
• Receiver and carrier of vital energy

3. Scientific Basis of Svash Preksha

• The longer and slower the breathing, the greater is the production and availability of energy
• Supplies abundant oxygen to each cell of body
• Normal breath rate: 15-17 per minute. In over-activity or excitement, it goes up to 50 or more Scientific or diaphragmatic breathing means use of diaphragm, intercostals and clavicular muscles
• The longer the breath, the more longevity and good health
• Releases mental and emotional tension

4. Benefits of Svash Preksha

• Keeps the mind alert and relax
• Lowers blood pressure
• Reinforces vital energ
• Sharpens the reasoning mind
• Enhances concentration and memory power
• Promotes inner happiness
• Respiration is not mechanical but with conscious
• Operational efficiency and creativity increases
• Practice of pure perception
• Restlessness and anxiety vanishes
• Complete breathing taps the primary sources of bio energy

5. The Process of Svash Preksha

• Relaxed posture with closing eyes
• Concentration on breathing making it slow, long and rhythmic while inhalation, abdominal muscles expand
• While exhalation, abdominal muscles contract
• Feel the vibrations of breath at belly button
• Don't force to make it long
• Observation of each breath stops the chain of thoughts automatically
• Holding the breath leads towards thoughtlessness
• Experience inner tranquillity and peace

Samani Charitra Pragya's lectures held during 3rd IPMC:

• 3rd IMPC Lecture: Introduction Of Preksha Meditation
• 3rd IMPC Lecture: Asana & Pranayam, Body Postures & Control of Breath
• 3rd IMPC Lecture: Kayotsarg - Relaxation
• 3rd IMPC Lecture: Antaryatra - Internal Journey
• 3rd IMPC Lecture: Svash Preksha - Perception Of Long Berathing
• 3rd IMPC Lecture: Jyoti Kendra Preksha - Perception of Center of Enlightenment
• 3rd IMPC Lecture: Sharir Preksha - Perception Of Body
• 3rd IMPC Lecture: Anupreksha - Auto Suggestion & Contemplation