If you struggle to keep a clear mind, implementing a mindful morning routine could encourage you to slow down and reconnect with yourself and your surroundings.

What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is a practiced cognitive skill that allows us to be truly present and aware of the current moment. It primarily revolves around managing our awareness and attention.

Pranayama is the term for ‘breath control’ in yogic scriptures and has been practiced for thousands of years in various eastern lineages including Tai Chi and Buddhism. Regular practice of pranayama has numerous benefits from reducing stress and anxiety levels, improving cognitive function, to elevating your mood. It may even affect the state of our auras, making them brighter, healthier, and more magnetic. Read on to learn more about the benefits of pranayama and 5 simple techniques to get started.