Simple Breathing Exercise for Calming Down
This simple but powerful exercise is designed to help reduce adrenal stress and, with practice, will allow you to both induce a state of deep relaxation as well as attain control over unhealthy emotions and cravings.
Steps:
- Place tip of tongue against the ridge behind and above front teeth. Hold it there for the duration of this exercise.
- Exhale completely through your mouth, keeping your tongue in place and making a “whoosh” sound.
- Keeping your mouth closed, inhale deeply and quietly through your nose to a count of “4”.
- Hold your breath for count of “7.”
- Exhale though your mouth to a count of “8,” keeping your tongue in place and making the “whoosh” sound.
- Repeat steps 3, 4 and 5 for a total of 4 breaths
This exercise can be done in any position. If seated, keep your back straight.
Repeat the exercise a minimum of two times per day or whenever you feel stressed, anxious, or off center.
Note: Although you may perform this exercise as often as you wish, do not take more than 4 breaths at one time.
Proper breathing reduces stress and aids in detoxification.