Imagine that you are sitting in meditation, focusing on your breath. You might see your breath as a simple, natural process that occurs automatically without much thought. However, if you were to examine your breath more closely, you would realize that it is not a static, permanent object.
In fact, your breath is constantly changing and fluctuating, and it is dependent on various factors for its existence. For example, your breath is influenced by your physical state, your mental state, and your environment. Your breath is also made up of various parts, such as the inhalation and exhalation, which are themselves made up of smaller parts. If you were to pay close attention to your breath, you would find that there is no inherent self-nature or essence to it. It is simply a process that is dependent on various conditions for its existence.
This recognition of the emptiness of the breath can help us to let go of our attachment to fixed ideas and concepts. It can also help us to cultivate awareness and acceptance of our experiences in the present moment, without judgment or resistance. By recognizing the empty nature of our breath, we can develop greater wisdom, compassion, and freedom in our lives, both on and off the meditation cushion.