Ali was the captain of the school basketball team. Everyone admired his skills. However, every time an important game approached, butterflies fluttered in his stomach, and anxiety twisted his insides, making it hard to focus on the court. One day, his friend Eda noticed his struggle. She wanted to share a simple breathing technique she had learned in drama class.
“Let’s try a little breathing practice,” she said.
Count each breath you take, starting from 1.
When you reach 10, start over from 1.
If you lose track or get distracted, simply start again from 1.
You can utilize your fingers to enable you to count.
Imagine you are sensing a charming flower as you breathe in and blowing out candles on a huge cake as you breathe out.
On the day of the big game, Ali decided to use the technique Eda taught him. He inhaled as if smelling a captivating blossom and exhaled as if blowing out candles on a giant cake. His anxiety slowly transformed into calmness, and he felt more ready for the game. At that moment, he realized the power of a simple breath.


The Power of Breath: "Ali and the Big Game"

Ali standing on a basketball court, looking nervous with butterflies around his head

Ali was the captain of the school basketball team. Everyone admired his skills on the court. However, as the big game approached, Ali felt nervous. His stomach fluttered with butterflies, and he found it hard to focus. He wished he could find a way to calm down.

The Captain's Challenge

Eda observing Ali with a concerned look, holding a book on breathing techniques

Eda, Ali's friend, noticed his struggle. She saw how anxious he looked before games. Eda wanted to help him feel better. She remembered a breathing technique she learned in drama class. Eda decided to share it with Ali.

A Friend's Observation

Eda smiling and demonstrating a breathing technique to Ali, who is listening intently

Eda approached Ali with a smile. 'Let's try a little breathing practice,' she suggested. She explained how to count each breath from 1 to 10. Eda told Ali to imagine smelling a flower and blowing out candles. Ali listened carefully and decided to give it a try.

The Breathing Technique

Ali practicing breathing exercises in his room, with a focused expression

Ali practiced the breathing exercise every day. At first, it was hard to remember to count his breaths. But with Eda's encouragement, he got better. He felt a little calmer each time he practiced. Ali was determined to use it during the big game.

Practice Makes Perfect

Ali standing on the basketball court, taking a deep breath with a serene expression

The day of the big game finally arrived. Ali felt the familiar nerves creeping in. He remembered Eda's advice and took a deep breath. He imagined the sweet scent of a flower and exhaled slowly. Ali felt his anxiety start to fade away.

Game Day Nerves

Ali dribbling a basketball with a confident look, surrounded by his teammates

As the game began, Ali focused on his breathing. Each time he felt nervous, he took another deep breath. His mind became clearer, and he felt more confident. Ali realized how powerful a simple breath could be. He was ready to lead his team.

The Power of Breath

Ali celebrating on the court after winning the game, with a joyful expression

Ali played his best game ever. He moved swiftly and made smart decisions. His team cheered as they scored point after point. Ali's calmness helped everyone stay focused. In the end, they won the game!

Victory on the Court

Ali and Eda sitting together, Ali expressing gratitude with a smile

After the game, Ali thanked Eda for her help. He realized that sometimes the simplest things can make a big difference. Ali promised to keep using the breathing technique. He felt proud of himself and grateful for Eda's friendship. From then on, Ali knew he could handle anything with the power of breath.