Start with this simple two-chord progression, and put the following steps into a cycle for each chord: With your hands held slightly above the notes in the chord, imagine the shape of the chord in your mind and feel (but dont play yet!) When you play the piano think of the music, your body, and your mind as part of this constant, fluid motion.

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To create the smoothest, most luxurious breathing cycle you can imagine, follow these steps:

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   Stand with your shoulders and arms relaxed at your sides as you develop this slow cycle of inhalation and exhalation.

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   Inhale through your nose slowly and evenly, deeply filling your lungs over a smooth arc of time.

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   Turn the inhalation into an exhalation without holding your breath, like a swimmer reverses direction in a pool, always in motion.

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   Exhale fully, without pushing, and let go of all the air until you’re ready to begin another inhalation.

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   As you develop this slow cycle, let all your muscles relax and let go in the same rhythm.

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Allow the breath to widen your upper body, back, shoulders, and neck so that you feel as if you’re loosening and lengthening throughout your body.

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