Deep breathing is part of authentic breathing, but it's also important to remember that there are deep breathing exercises you can do to assist your deep breathing naturally. In this article, we discuss 10 secrets of authentic breathing and instruct you on some deep breathing exercises to help you naturally practice authentic, deep breathing.

Breathing Secret 1. When possible in your daily life, inhale and exhale only through your nose.

Breathing Secret 2. Sense the movement of your breath frequently in the midst of your everyday activities. Remember not to hold your breath.

Breathing Secret 3. Be sure your belly stays relaxed. Let it expand as you inhale and retract as you exhale. Touch it and massage it frequently.

Breathing Secret 4. Breath is life and movement. Let your breath engage and fill every part of your body, especially your belly, back, spine and chest.

Breathing Secret 5. To transform your breathing, you must start with your exhalation, with letting go.

Breathing Secret 6. A long, slow exhalation helps harmonize your diaphragm and turns on your "relaxation response."

Breathing Secret 7. Sense the natural pause after the exhalation; let yourself rest there for a moment.

Breathing Secret 8. Let your inhalation arise by itself, when it's ready.

Breathing Secret 9. As you breathe, sense the various breathing spaces of your body. Smile into these spaces and let them expand throughout your being.

Breathing Secret 10. Remember, you are a breathing being, alive right now and right here. Let yourself feel the mystery and the miracle of your breath and your life.