tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post7637666837196415289..comments2024-03-27T18:27:40.013-07:00Comments on Meditations of my Heart: Breathe on Me, Breath of GodMartha Jane Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-34982376614496195972018-02-12T15:27:20.270-08:002018-02-12T15:27:20.270-08:00Oh, Jason, please forgive me for taking so long to...Oh, Jason, please forgive me for taking so long to get back to you! As a musician, I know you know this important aspect of singing. Funny that when I was singing regularly with the praise band, my breathing automatically defaulted to this technique. Now, this type of breathing is slowly becoming incorporated into the every day. How much it relaxes and centers me! And yes, God is showing me His goodness and love in this process.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-90742155771829320592018-01-25T08:24:00.103-08:002018-01-25T08:24:00.103-08:00Finally getting a chance to read this and I'm ...Finally getting a chance to read this and I'm so happy I did. I didn't get to read every comment so forgive me if I'm repeating, but in voice lessons, you learn to sing from your diaphragm. You have to breathe from there to get the purest and most complete sound. Just like your breathing and drawing from a "deeper" place, our worship and adoration is intended to come from that place of rest as well. Good breathing is important to all of life! Sorry for your struggles, but so thankful God is using every bit of it to show His goodness and love. Thanks so much, Martha.JasonShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16358672788303682574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-29798254572170456982018-01-09T13:09:05.451-08:002018-01-09T13:09:05.451-08:00Dr. Cris really does know her stuff, that's fo...Dr. Cris really does know her stuff, that's for sure, Sandra. She is very much into whole health, and has great insight into what will serve us to heal in a way that lasts. If you ever do think you need a chiropractor, I'd ask friends and neighbors if they have any recommendations.<br />Happy New Year to you, too!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-3574145610474341692018-01-09T11:05:58.424-08:002018-01-09T11:05:58.424-08:00I periodically consider a chiropractic visit when ...I periodically consider a chiropractic visit when I have something I think they might be able to help with. But I've never gone. It just seems like too much effort to find one I might trust. ;) <br /><br />Dr. Cris sounds like a wise one. I will have to pay more attention to my breathing now, too. :) Happy New Year, Martha. Sandra Heska Kinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13770393615748405966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-57680108185724239042018-01-09T05:41:51.697-08:002018-01-09T05:41:51.697-08:00Yes, Deb, it's absolutely the best when our wo...Yes, Deb, it's absolutely the best when our word chooses us. Yes, I am, thankfully, feeling much better and working on that breathing, thinking how much God has blessed me.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-22329042667534038702018-01-08T11:39:21.435-08:002018-01-08T11:39:21.435-08:00I love this, Martha! What a good word for the year...I love this, Martha! What a good word for the year! And I love when our words choose even more than the other way around. I hope you're continuing to feel better and the year ahead is full of His peace, joy, and countless other blessings. Big Hugs!! Deb Wolfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08401684982173638599noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-57108639396723512002018-01-08T08:43:44.726-08:002018-01-08T08:43:44.726-08:00Ouch, Ceil! Back pain is absolutely no fun, and I...Ouch, Ceil! Back pain is absolutely no fun, and I'm so glad a chiropractor was able to help you and figure out why your back was so stressed out. They are pretty amazing that way, don't you think?<br />Yes, I'm feeling much better, and practicing my breathing - it does take some getting used to, but I'm determined. With God's help, I'll breathe easier!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-60711243865182490992018-01-08T07:46:36.562-08:002018-01-08T07:46:36.562-08:00Hi Martha! I totally am sold on chiropractic since...Hi Martha! I totally am sold on chiropractic since going to one for my back. My problem was 'simple' too. I wasn't using my abdominal muscles, but instead, making my back do all the work. No wonder it rose up to complain!<br /><br />I'm so glad that you're feeling better now, I can't imagine how scary it was to feel so much pain, and on a holiday too. I think breathing is a wonderful word for the new year. Breathe deeply and take in the joy and healing of the Spirit!<br />Grace and blessings,<br />CeilCeilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06293917798735764739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-2084716335789239682018-01-06T06:01:29.239-08:002018-01-06T06:01:29.239-08:00That is a neat fact to know about cyclists, Bill! ...That is a neat fact to know about cyclists, Bill! From all the comments here, I'd say this type of breathing is the only way to go, especially when times call for us to pedal uphill. Thank you, my friend, for your prayers, too.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-275248569970006402018-01-06T05:59:45.045-08:002018-01-06T05:59:45.045-08:00Yes, Beckie, it's truly amazing how such a sim...Yes, Beckie, it's truly amazing how such a simple, involuntary act as breathing can make such an incredible difference in the quality of one's life. It helps me to practice it when I remember that my every breath is a gift from God.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-45491143372032878062018-01-06T04:44:13.197-08:002018-01-06T04:44:13.197-08:00I don't normally comment or read much on the w...I don't normally comment or read much on the weekends Martha, but just felt I had to. This is excellent. Cyclists are told to breathe through the diaphragm when climbing. It is a hard discipline to master but it is actually better. Glad you are finding relief and I pray Breathe will be "real" to you this year. Bill (cycleguy)https://www.blogger.com/profile/09082407231475058958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-9479735726997115442018-01-05T16:21:32.157-08:002018-01-05T16:21:32.157-08:00Martha, what an interesting post. A few years ago,...Martha, what an interesting post. A few years ago, I would have been skeptical too. However, a dear friend of mine is a Life Coach. She spoke to me about breathing exercises and relaxation. Wow! It really works. <br />I love the way you tie our breathing back to the One who gives us our breath. Beautiful, my friend. I'm glad you're feeling better too!Beckie Lindseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14577965060772418026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-17594307855702664712018-01-05T16:03:16.063-08:002018-01-05T16:03:16.063-08:00Yes, Kim, amazingly this type of breathing can als...Yes, Kim, amazingly this type of breathing can also be directed into the area of pain one is experiencing. I'm planning on consciously integrating this practice into prayer and reflection time as well as Bible study. It can be difficult to teach an old dog a new trick, but I'm determined!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-55220107776204140342018-01-05T16:01:02.053-08:002018-01-05T16:01:02.053-08:00Oh, dear, Trudy, I didn't know about your issu...Oh, dear, Trudy, I didn't know about your issues with lung disease! I will add this to the prayers I'm already praying for you. May your breaths be deep and long, and full of God's blessings, too, my friend!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-50049279602260665412018-01-05T15:59:09.564-08:002018-01-05T15:59:09.564-08:00Thank you, Victor, for your prayers and concern. ...Thank you, Victor, for your prayers and concern. Yes, we are well on the right road to finding healing and relief, and I'm so grateful for the loving God who has shown us the way.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-59796561669870867782018-01-05T15:57:41.223-08:002018-01-05T15:57:41.223-08:00Yes, Jean, I do believe this type of breathing doe...Yes, Jean, I do believe this type of breathing does silence us on the inside, preparing our soul to hear God speaking to us. I'm going to incorporate this breathing into my reflection/prayer time as the year unfolds. You have a wonderful weekend, too!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-62056871291979050542018-01-05T15:55:33.119-08:002018-01-05T15:55:33.119-08:00Amen, Terri, they really do! I'm still learni...Amen, Terri, they really do! I'm still learning and reminding myself, but this whole exercise has been so healing for me, and I hope it will be for others.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-28625804442666030162018-01-05T15:54:23.425-08:002018-01-05T15:54:23.425-08:00Pamela, I am thrilled that you've been practic...Pamela, I am thrilled that you've been practicing this way of breathing! It does make such a difference, doesn't it? I'm still in practice mode, but hope that by year's end, this is simply a natural part of my life. <br />When I chose the title, my thoughts turned to a contemporary Christian song, "Awake My Soul." The beginning goes: "Breathe on me, breath of God, breathe on me . . . I come alive, I'm alive when You breathe on me . . ." Yes, we come alive in Him!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-78577166881415040662018-01-05T15:16:29.320-08:002018-01-05T15:16:29.320-08:00Wow! What an amazing post, Martha! I learned all ...Wow! What an amazing post, Martha! I learned all about deep breathing/breathing with my diaphragm when I took voice lessons. Breathing correctly really does help! Concentrating on our breathing seems to help with pain, as well as getting focused and more.<br /><br />Love and blessings! Kim Jollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08670842504983601263noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-56982413288056651112018-01-05T14:32:42.609-08:002018-01-05T14:32:42.609-08:00I'm so glad the chiropractor could help you, M...I'm so glad the chiropractor could help you, Martha. She sounds knowledgable and caring. What she says makes sense. :) I'm so glad you're past that stressful time! Since I deal with lung disease, I often have to remind myself to do the diaphragm breathing. The therapists really stressed that when I went to Pulmonary Rehab. "May the breath of God breathe blessings upon you" as well! Love and hugs to you!Trudyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05179372917600231306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-55837765710863170132018-01-05T13:50:37.103-08:002018-01-05T13:50:37.103-08:00Praying that you and your husband are soon well ag...Praying that you and your husband are soon well again. Thank you for a wonderful and thoughtful post, Martha.<br /><br />God bless.Victor S E Moubarakhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04280638667651857296noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-48675128542705585732018-01-05T12:24:04.857-08:002018-01-05T12:24:04.857-08:00amazing story and so glad it made a difference. I...amazing story and so glad it made a difference. I know when i pray, it helps to be conscious of my breathing to slow me down to hear God. Have a wonderful weekend, Martha!Jean Wisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06407030126646055880noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-76764273688083819132018-01-05T11:18:47.096-08:002018-01-05T11:18:47.096-08:00Yes indeed, those deep breaths do calm and heal!! ...Yes indeed, those deep breaths do calm and heal!! Thanks for the reminder!Terri Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15333024343069943295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-29552841193806127692018-01-05T10:52:12.374-08:002018-01-05T10:52:12.374-08:00"Breathe on me breath of God, fill me with li..."Breathe on me breath of God, fill me with life anew..." Oh, I love this one. I have been sitting here breathing deeply ever since I started reading, and I can see what a difference it makes. Thank you...from the bottom of my heart...and diaphragm!!! Just Breathe!!!Pamela M. Steinerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04060656432106792419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-60009568147930370582018-01-05T10:33:00.402-08:002018-01-05T10:33:00.402-08:00Looking back, Lulu, I don't know why I never d...Looking back, Lulu, I don't know why I never did take LaMaze classes when I was expecting. Well, at least my doctor has me catching up with how I should be breathing all the time.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.com