1.	Whisper the sound haaa with your mouth open. It’s an airy sound similar to the one you make when you fog your glasses with your breath to clean them. Or, for you Star Wars fans, it’s the noise Darth Vader makes!
2.	Make this sound as you exhale and inhale using long, slow, deep breaths.
3.	Your belly should rise as you inhale and fall as you exhale.
4.	Now close your mouth, and continue to make this same haaa sound.

In the beginning start with just a few Ujjay breaths so you don’t get dizzy. Remember to keep your mouth closed as you breathe. Work your way up to 5 or 6 complete breaths.

• Make This Mother’s Day A Special One. Like many people, I was devastated to hear the news of Dana Reeve’s passing. Not only was she a remarkable woman, she was an amazing mother. In 2005, the American Cancer Society honored Dana Reeve as “Mother of the Year” for her devotion to her son Will and stepchildren Matthew and Alexandra, as well as for her dedication to improving her community. To honor Dana and mothers everywhere, when you order an autographed hardcopy of The Emotional Toolkit for your mom (or mom-like friend) during the months of April, May or June, 10% of all proceeds will go to The American Cancer Society in honor of Dana Reeve. For more information on the American Cancer Society, visit www.cancer.org. To order a book (with complimentary bookmark, pencil and pink tissue wrapping), go to the Emotional Toolkit Online Store.

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