Mindfulness and Breathwork with Gilad Shavit16 Mar

Mindful Munch 86 – Pure Heart, True Spirit - HRV & Ancient Wisdom

3000 Year Old Breath, meets modern science.

Can an ancient line written thousands of years ago describe something that modern science is only now measuring?

In this Mindful Munch session we explore a beautiful connection between ancient wisdom and modern physiology through the line:

“Create in me a pure heart, and renew a true spirit within me.”

**I’ll soon be offering a 7-week course exploring more of this ancient wisdom and its connection to modern science — especially around personal growth, emotional balance, and spiritual wellbeing.

If this resonates with you and you’d like to explore it more deeply, you can find more details here:[https://www.the-breathers.com/jewishmindfulness](https://www.the-breathers.com/jewishmindfulness)**

Studies of Heart Rate Variability (HRV) show that when we breathe slowly and smoothly, the heart begins to move in a more coherent rhythm.

When the breath flows gently into the belly, like waves rising and falling, the nervous system can settle and a natural sense of calm and clarity can emerge.

In this practice session we explore:

• Abdominal breathing and HRV

• Smooth wave-like breathing and nervous system regulation

• The meaning of “pure heart” and “true spirit” through an embodied lens

• How ancient texts sometimes point to deep human experiences that science is now beginning to understand.

The Book of Psalms was written roughly 2,500–3,000 years ago, yet its language still speaks powerfully to the inner human experience today.

This is a gentle 30-minute pause in the middle of the day to reconnect with breath, body, and awareness.

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love, Gilad

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