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Breathing Exercises
Calm with breathing
Breathing exercises like box breathing, 4-7-8, and paced exhales activate relaxation responses, useful before sleep or stressful events.
- box breathing
- 4-7-8
- pace
- relaxation
- co2 tolerance
Pick a Pattern
Try box (4-4-4-4) or longer exhales like 4-7-8.
Practice
Sit comfortably, breathe through the nose, and keep shoulders relaxed.
Use in Moments
Apply before presentations, sleep, or when tension rises.
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