Get High Without Drugs in 2 Minutes

As a student of various forms of yoga and meditation, I’ve tried many ways of “getting high” without abusing my body with harmful drugs. Throughout my years of practice, I was always on the lookout for methods that could be done quickly, and yet have a very definite effect. I came upon the Power Breath while at an ashram in India, and it promptly became my favorite breathing technique. The beauty of this method is that it only takes ninety seconds to do, and yet it’s energizing effect can last for an hour. In addition, it can drastically change how you feel, propelling you from a lethargic feeling all the way to euphoria in under two minutes. Sound interesting? Then read on.

To do the Power Breath, sit up in a chair with your spine straight. Make a soft fist out of each hand, and place the back of your hands so they’re near your shoulders. Have a clock or stopwatch in front of you so you can easily check when a full minute has passed. To begin the breath, inhale powerfully through your nose while lifting your arms straight over your shoulders. When you exhale, bring your hands back next to your shoulders as you powerfully let out air through your nose. That’s it. Repeat this form of “aerobic breathing” as quickly and as intensely as you possibly can for a full sixty seconds. If you need to slow down due to lightheadedness, take a regular deep breath — then proceed once again at a comfortable pace. The…