PRACTICE
Physiological sigh
Two short inhales through the nose, then one long, slow exhale through the mouth.
HOW TO PRACTICE
- Take a normal breath in through your nose.
- At the top of that breath, take a second, shorter sip of air on top of it.
- Let out a long, slow breath through your mouth.
- Repeat 2 to 5 times, noticing your heart rate settle.
Considerations
Backed by research for fast relief from acute stress. Repeat only a few rounds.
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