3 Breathing Techniques to Reduce Stress & Anxiety
Inhale Calm.
Exhale Stress.
Why Breath Awareness Matters
Your breath is your most powerful built-in tool.
You carry calm within you.
A Mindful Truth
Mindfulness starts with breath awareness. Become aware of your breath — and you become aware of your emotions, thoughts, and actions.
1. Box Breathing
Inhale – 4s
Hold – 4s
Exhale – 4s
Hold – 4s
Repeat 4–6 rounds.
2. Alternate Nostril Breathing
Inhale left → Exhale right Inhale right → Exhale left 3–5 mins of balance and clarity.
3. Resonant Breathing
Inhale – 5s
Exhale – 5s
For 5–10 minutes daily.
Make It a Habit
Build your breathwork habit: After brushing your teeth Before logging into work During evening wind-down
Why It Matters
70% of Americans report daily stress. Breathing is a free, portable, and powerful tool: no app, no equipment needed.
You don’t need a retreat to feel peace.
Sometimes all it takes is one mindful breath.
Start now.
Inhale calm.
Exhale stress.
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