Somatic Growth

Breathwork ยท 3 min

Slow Exhale Breathing

To shift gently toward calm.

Why it helps

Lengthening the exhale relative to the inhale activates the parasympathetic branch - the rest-and-digest side of your nervous system.

How to practice

  1. 1

    Inhale through your nose for a count of 4.

  2. 2

    Exhale slowly through your mouth for a count of 6 to 8.

  3. 3

    Let the exhale be soft, not forced.

  4. 4

    Continue for two to three minutes.

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