Reconnecting with God Through Breathwork
By Simona – Founder of SIMO Breath
“In the beginning, the Lord God formed man from the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul.”
— Genesis 2:7
From the very first moment of creation, breath was the bridge between God and humanity.
It wasn’t the clay that gave life to Adam — it was the breath of God.
That sacred act — the divine breath entering human lungs — is a reminder that every breath we take carries a spark of the Creator. It’s not just oxygen; it’s spirit. In Hebrew, the word ruach means both breath and spirit. The same is true in Greek — pneuma — breath, wind, spirit.
Breath is how God animates us, sustains us, and connects us to Him.
And yet, in the rush of modern life, we forget. We breathe shallowly, unconsciously, and we lose touch with that divine rhythm.
Breathwork as Prayer in Motion
Many Christians see prayer as words — something we say to God.
But breathwork can become a form of embodied prayer — something we feel with God.
When we slow down, inhale deeply, and bring awareness to our breath, we are returning to the Source.
Each inhale becomes an act of receiving — God’s love, peace, and grace.
Each exhale becomes an act of surrender — releasing fear, guilt, and control.
In SOMA Breath, we use rhythm, breath retention, and intention to guide people back into that divine flow — the space where the mind quiets and the soul can listen. Many describe it as feeling “closer to God” — as if something ancient inside them has been remembered.
The Science and the Spirit
When you breathe deeply and rhythmically, your body shifts from “fight or flight” to “rest and restore.”
Your heart rate slows, your nervous system calms, and your brain waves move into a meditative state — the same state accessed during prayer and contemplation.
This is not coincidence.
It’s design.
God created our breath as the built-in mechanism for healing, connection, and peace. When we learn to use it consciously, we align our biology with divine intelligence.
Breathing with Intention
Here’s a simple Christian-inspired breath practice you can try:
- Sit in stillness and close your eyes.
- Inhale deeply through your nose for a count of four — imagine receiving God’s light and love.
- Hold your breath gently for a moment — feel His presence within you.
- Exhale slowly for a count of six — release any worry, doubt, or tension.
Repeat for a few minutes, silently saying:
“Be still and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10)
You’ll notice that your body softens, your mind clears, and your heart opens.
This is not just relaxation — it’s communion.
Returning to the Divine Breath
Breathwork is not about replacing faith; it’s about deepening it.
It’s a reminder that the same divine breath that animated Adam still lives in you today. Every inhale is a miracle. Every exhale, a prayer. Every Inhale we receive the Holy Spirit. Every exhale, we let go of doubts and fears
Through conscious breathing, we can quiet the noise of the world and rediscover the still, small voice within — the voice of God, guiding us home to peace, trust, and presence.
Breathe. Receive. Remember.
Because God’s breath is already within you.
With love and light,
Simona