Experiencing the Meaning of Breathing
Indo-Pacific Journal of Phenomenology May 1, 2006 DOI: 10.1080/20797222.2006.11433911 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
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| Citations | 10 |
| Key points | Argues that the meaning of breathing is connected to consciousness, bodiliness, spirituality, and health, and that experiencing this meaning can enhance meaning in life. Proposes that breathing skills serve as an original method for survival, energy control, quality of life improvement, illness prevention, and health promotion. |
Abstract
This research was motivated by the author’s personal experiences with various breathing methods as well as meaningful breathing experiences reported by clients, colleagues and friends. The meaning of breathing is discussed in relation to consciousness, bodiliness, spirituality, illness prevention and health promotion. Experiencing the meaning of breathing is to experience more meaning in life itself. Experiential vignettes confirm that breathing skills may be regarded as an original method of survival, energy control, improving quality of life, preventing illness and promoting health.