4-7-8 Relaxing Breath
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How to Practice
Place the tip of your tongue behind your upper front teeth. Exhale completely through your mouth. Close your mouth and inhale through your nose for 4 counts. Hold for 7 counts. Exhale completely through your mouth for 8 counts.
Tips
Best done before sleep
Natural tranquilizer for the nervous system
Calms racing thoughts
Developed by Dr. Andrew Weil
Safety Notes
- • May cause lightheadedness initially
- • Start with 4 cycles maximum