Find Your Calm with Carolyn’s At-Home Breath Techniques
Carolyn is at home to guide you through calming breath techniques, a powerful way to reduce stress, improve focus, and bring a sense of relaxation to your day. These simple exercises can be done anytime, anywhere, making them perfect for busy schedules or moments when you need to reset.
Breathing Technique 1: 4-7-8: Breathing This technique helps calm the mind and body: Inhale for 4 Counts: Breathe in deeply through your nose for a count of 4. Hold for 7 Counts: Hold your breath for a count of 7. Exhale for 8 Counts: Slowly exhale through your mouth for a count of 8. Repeat: Perform this cycle 4–6 times for maximum relaxation. Breathing Technique 2: Box Breathing Box breathing is great for relieving anxiety: Inhale for 4 Counts: Breathe in deeply through your nose for 4 counts. Hold for 4 Counts: Hold your breath for 4 counts. Exhale for 4 Counts: Exhale slowly through your mouth for 4 counts. Hold for 4 Counts: Hold your breath again for 4 counts. Repeat the cycle 4–5 times.
Why These Techniques Work: Calming breath exercises activate your parasympathetic nervous system, which helps lower your heart rate and reduce stress hormones. They are especially helpful during stressful moments or before sleep.
Pro Tip from Carolyn: Find a quiet space and sit comfortably to enhance your focus during these exercises. Practice daily to build a habit of calm and mindfulness. Watch Carolyn’s video to follow along with these soothing breath techniques and bring more peace into your daily life!