The Candringa Blog

Inhale Love, Exhale Love (02/14/2024)

Generally, we are focused on what we put into our bodies. Whether it be physical or mental nourishment, we strive to ingest that which makes us happier and healthier. While important, we must also recognize we live this beautiful life communally. What we expel contributes to the health and happiness of others. What we put in, determines what we put out.

I often share with my students, “Inhale love. Exhale love.” Make conscious choices to inhale what shows love for your body and mind, and you are then gifted the ability to exhale what make others feel loved.

What to inhale?

Fuel with food that supports the foundational health of all the cells in your body. We may not feel it, but we are constantly repairing, healing and rebuilding our body. Avoid processed foods. Look for ingredients with just one word.

Move with intention. Simple is celebrated. Take an outdoor walk in the fresh air. Easy stretching, yoga and weight bearing exercises that allow you to feel your personal power are awesome. Commit to moving in some way every day.

Honor your emotions. Let yourself feel it all. When you’re in pain, find the tools to make your way back to love amid the pain. Meditation, dancing, breath work, a phone call to a rock star friend, or a hug have all worked for me.

Get in touch with your spiritual world. For some that’s structured religion and finding a shared space. It could also mean taking a deep dive into your soul through meditation or prayer. A daily gratitude practice, and expressions of generosity are also beautiful conduits to our spiritual world.

Inhale love to ignite your light. Exhale love to be a light for others.