In classical Hatha Yoga, the mind and the breath are considered two sides of the same coin. The Kumbhaka Paddhati asserts that by mastering the breath, one automatically masters the mind. The text classifies kumbhaka into two primary states:

Kumbhaka Paddhati — Techniques, Benefits, and Practice Protocols

: It is designed to quiet the mind, stabilize prana (vital energy), and prepare the practitioner for deep meditation ( Dhyana ) and Samadhi . Safe Practice and Guidelines