Coherent Breathing For Stress Relief

Coherent breathing is a simple practice that encourages a slow, balanced rhythm of breathing, typically around five seconds in and five seconds out.

This practice can help cultivate a sense of calm, support emotional balance, and encourage a more regulated nervous system.

In this practice your breath should feel effortless and not forced. If five seconds feels too long, simply shorten the breath and let comfort guide you.

Find a comfortable position, allow yourself a few quiet minutes, and simply breathe.

Transcript

Welcome! Take a moment to settle into a comfortable position Sitting or lying down. And I invite you to gently close your eyes. For these next few minutes. See if you can just let go and allow whatever is present to be exactly as it is. We begin by simply noticing your breath without changing it. Simply observe your breath as you breathe in and breathe out. Breathing in. And breathing out. In a moment we'll begin to breathe together in a slower, More balanced rhythm. I will count to help establish the pace. And if at any point your bread feels strained, Simply shorten it a little. You don't need to keep up. Just let comfort guide you. Your breath should always feel smooth and effortless. Let's begin. Breathing in 2, 3, 4, 5. Breathing out 2, 3, 4, 5. Again. Breathing in 2, 3, 4, 5. Breathing out 2, 3, 4, 5. Continue. Breathing in Breathing out. Breathing in… Breathing out. Breathing in… Breathing out. Allow the counting to fade. And simply continue breathing in the same gentle rhythm. Breathing in. . . Breathing out. Continuously Like waves. Easy. Effortless. Trust the wisdom of your body. Allowing the shoulders to soften Relaxing the jaw. If the mind wanders, Gently return to the quiet rhythm of the breath. Slowly allow your breath to return to its own natural pace. Simply letting the body breathe itself again. Notice how your breath feels right now. Notice the sensations in your body. And when you feel ready, Slowly open your eyes. Thank you for joining me and I wish you a beautiful rest of your day.