Breathing Exercises

Choose a technique to begin

Box Breathing

Equal inhale, hold, exhale, hold — calms the nervous system

Breathe In: 4s →Hold: 4s →Breathe Out: 4s →Hold: 4s

4-7-8 Technique

Dr. Weil's relaxation breath — great for anxiety

Breathe In: 4s →Hold: 7s →Breathe Out: 8s

Calming Breath

Extended exhale activates rest response

Breathe In: 4s →Breathe Out: 6s