Breathing Techniques
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The 4-7-8 technique
Enjoy the calming effects of deep breathing with this simple guided exercise. The 4-7-8 rhythmic breathing is a core part of many meditation and yoga practices as it promotes relaxation and can also be used to help you fall asleep in a shorter period of time.
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Square breathing
A three-minute exercise giving you a visual example of square breathing for when you understand the technique.
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Belly Breathing Exercise
Taking controlled breaths can help control feelings like anxiety and stress. By breathing into the belly, your breath signals to your brain to relax and calm down.
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Alternate Nostril Breathing Exercise
Breathing techniques like alternate nostril breathing can calm you down and help you have a more balanced state of mind.
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Practice Extended Exhale
Using breathing techniques like extended exhales can help you control anxiety and improve focus. By breathing in for four counts and exhaling for six counts, your breath signals to your brain to slow down the breathing and slow down the heart rate.
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15 minute deep breathing exercise
A fifteen-minute deep breathing exercise to help reduce anxiety, stress, fatigue, restlessness, difficulty sleeping and physical discomfort.
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Mindful breathing exercise
A five-minute mindful breathing exercise by the Epworth Centre.
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Breath meditation
This 10-minute guided meditation will bring you into a peaceful state with just you and your breath. Within just a few moments, with a focus on your breathing can heighten your mindfulness and clarity of the mind.