Paradoxical Breathing in Reflex Yoga

Abstract

Reflex Yoga is based on the observation that the unconscious mind has far greater control of behavior, posture and breathing than the conscious mind. There is an immense amount of unconscious activity involved in standing, sitting and breathing. With perseverance we can "stand up straight" and "breathe deeply and evenly," and these instructions can be internalized and habitualized. But we must ask if this is the purpose and goal of yoga, even when backed by scientific research and traditional authority.