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?

Yes, Breathe is free to use with no download required. It works directly in your browser on any device.

Pursed-lip breathing

Breathe out slowly through lips pursed as if cooling soup. The gentle back-pressure splints your airways open longer so trapped air can escape — the technique respiratory therapists teach first for breathlessness. It supports treatment and never replaces prescribed inhalers or oxygen.

Practise a slow exhale →Belly breathing →Breathing for anxiety →

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