Stopping And Acknowledging Suffering

When suffering arises, the first thing to do is to stop, follow our breathing,
and acknowledge it. Don’t try to deny uncomfortable emotions or
push them down.
Breathing in, I know suffering is there.
Breathing out, I say hello to my suffering.
To take one mindful breath requires the presence of our mind, our
body, and our intention. With our conscious breath, we reunite
our body and mind and arrive in the present moment. Just breathing
in mindfully already brings us a surprising amount of freedom. With
each breath, we generate mindful energy, bringing mind and body
together in the present moment to receive this caring acknowledgment
of our suffering. In just two or three breaths taken with your full
attention, you may notice that regret and sorrow about the past have
paused, as well as uncertainty, fear, and worries about the future.