What this chapter covers

Begin is a taster, the first introductions to a path that has existed for a very long time. You will be guided through the foundational techniques and principles of pranayama, with just enough material to begin forming your own relationship with the practice.

The pace is deliberately slow, even for experienced practitioners. This is to ensure the practice can integrate gradually into your life and take root as a habit, and to avoid fatigue when the rush of novelty wears off. In a world of endless options, a smaller goal with a defined timeframe can help as a way of beginning – five sits, ten minutes each, contained enough to start without an overwhelming commitment.