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Breathing Exercises
Guided by Alex
Use your breath to calm your mind, reduce stress and feel more in control.
Breathe in through your nose…
Hold for a moment…
Breathe out slowly through your mouth.
Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these simple steps. You’ve got this!
1
Get comfortable
Sit or lie down in a comfortable position. Relax your shoulders and close your eyes if that feels okay.
Get comfortable
2
Breathe in
Breathe in slowly through your nose for a count of 4.
Breathe in
3
Hold
Hold your breath gently for a count of 2.
Hold
4
Breathe out
Breathe out slowly through your mouth for a count of 6.
Breathe out
5
Repeat
Repeat this cycle 4–6 times or for as long as it helps.
Repeat
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