Bondage is defined as servitude or oppression, usually concerning physical conditions. But there’s a kind of self-inflicted slavery that’s far more insidious and cruel. It constrains our emotional freedom, limits our inner peace and prevents us from being happy. Our overactive minds imprison us in fearful, anxious and obsessive preoccupation with what-ifs and worst-case scenarios. This is the most wretched kind of bondage because there’s no relief from hypotheticals. Unless something threatens our survival right now, quelling this voice is paramount. Focusing on our breath and quieting our minds is the most direct route to …

Relief.

Jarl and Steve