Breath Cycle

About This Class

This approachable seated meditation session invites practitioners to find a tall, relaxed posture — straight spine, soft shoulders, eyes closed — and simply follow the physical sensation of each breath cycle from nose to belly and back. Instructor Brian Gallo introduces a gentle Western-style narration ("breathing in / breathing out") as an anchor for the wandering mind, framing the practice in Zen terms: no goal, no objective, just presence. He periodically checks in with time cues, normalizes the arising of thoughts and distractions, and encourages students to use every distraction as an opportunity to return to the breath. The session closes with a few minutes of silent sitting and a final collective exhale. Ideal for stress relief, anxiety management, building focus, and cultivating a consistent home meditation habit, this class is equally welcoming to complete beginners and seasoned meditators alike.