The 4-7-8 Breathing Technique

This counted breathing pattern offers a way to pause and follow your breath.

How to practice: 1. Exhale completely through your mouth 2. Close your mouth, inhale through your nose for a count of 4 3. Hold your breath for a count of 7 4. Exhale completely through your mouth for a count of 8

Repeat this cycle 4 times. Keep the breath comfortable. Skip the hold or choose ordinary breathing whenever you prefer.

You can try a short practice as part of an unhurried evening.