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Slow breathing
A gentle pacer for a calmer body
- 1 to 5 min
- Some research support
Similar: Cyclic sighing
If focusing on your breath makes you feel more tense, stop and try grounding instead.
Ready when you are
In 4, out 6
Feeling tense or dizzy? Breathe normally or stop whenever you like. Try 5-4-3-2-1 grounding instead
About this tool
Breathing slowly may help your body settle, and many people find it helps them feel calmer. Follow the flower: it opens as you breathe in and closes as you breathe out. Keep every breath quiet and easy, never forced.
Not sure which pace? Start with Calm. If watching your breath makes you feel more tense, that is common, and it is fine to stop. Grounding is a gentler place to start.
Pick this one if you want a steady, simple pacer to follow.