What is box breathing?

Box breathing is a technique where you inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4, exhale for 4, and hold again for 4. It reduces stress and improves focus.

How does 4-7-8 breathing help sleep?

The 4-7-8 technique involves inhaling for 4 seconds, holding for 7, and exhaling for 8. The long exhale activates the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing heart rate and helping you fall asleep faster.

Is guided breathing free?

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Alternate nostril breathing (Nadi Shodhana)

Close one nostril, breathe in; close the other, breathe out. A 4,000-year-old yogic technique that turns out to be one of the most reliable ways to steady an agitated mind — and it takes five minutes.

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