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What effect does the practice of anapanasati meditation on the breath have on the amount of oxygen?

In the practice of anapanasati, the aim is not to increase oxygen but to awaken the silent watcher within, as you simply witness the breath and realize your separation from the body.

— Osho
Synthesized from Source outcome
Watching your breath makes it go a bit faster (so you get more oxygen), but the real purpose is to discover you are the watcher, not the breath.
Why this matters practically
- Gently boosts energy and clarity via modestly increased oxygen while observing.
- Builds non-identification with the body, reducing stress and reactivity.
- Turns daily acts (walking, eating) into mindfulness that strengthens the inner witness.
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