Thanks so much, very clear explanation of pranayama🙏

"Don't force the life force": this is a wonderful nemonic! I have had experiences myself, many years ago, of pushing too hard - of forcing patterns onto the breath - and I noticed perturbations developing in my ordinary, everyday, off-the-mat breathing! That taught me to relax and trust the breath. Any breathing practices I share with my students are simple - no forcing of anything! I very much appreciate this discussion. Thank you, James.