How and Why Breath Prayers Work: Breathing our prayers is a great way to engage with the Word of God while also using the science behind our breath to settle down our hearts and spirits. At some point, you’ve probably had someone tell you “just breathe.” This is because intentionally slowing down our breathing helps calm down our nervous system. It’s an effective way to bring the focus away from the stress and anxiety that has taken over our bodies, minds, and spirits, and bring us back down to