Breathe

Follow a glowing orb for guided breathing: calm 5-5, box breathing 4-4-4-4 or 4-7-8 for sleep. A simple breathing exercise for anxiety and stress.

How to play

Breathe in as the orb grows and out as it shrinks. Pick a rhythm below: an even 5-5 for everyday calm, box breathing (4-4-4-4) to steady yourself, or 4-7-8 to wind down for sleep. Even a few slow cycles can help you settle.

Questions

What is box breathing?

Breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 4, breathe out for 4 and hold for 4, then repeat. The even rhythm is used to stay calm under pressure.

What is 4-7-8 breathing?

Breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 7, then breathe out slowly for 8. The long exhale helps many people relax and fall asleep.

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