The 4-7-8 breathing technique is a way of breathing that calms you down and boosts clarity.
Also referred to as breath regulation.
Here's how it works
4-7-8 breathing requires to focus on taking long, deep breaths in and out.
The main point is to create a rhythm.
Rhythms help us control anxiety, reduce stress and manage our emotions better.
Step by step
- breath in quietly through your nose (4 seconds)
- hold your breath (7 seconds)
- exhale deeply through your mouth and let go off all the air inside your body (8 seconds)
- repeat the cycle (4 times)
Several studies have proven the benefits of 4-7-8 breathing.
Researches have agreed that 4-7-8:
- Improves our heart function
- Reduces our blood pressure
- Reduces anxiety
- improves overall quality of life
Did you know?
This isn't just some hippie new age type of thing.
4-7-8 is practiced in military, law enforcement, emergency services,...
It's even referred to as the secret to falling asleep much faster.
So next time something troubles your focus maybe give 4-7-8 a try...
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