COURSE

Adapting The 4-7-8 Breathing Technique For Your Unique Needs And Emotions

This three-day course on the 4-7-8 Breathing Technique is a fantastic opportunity to delve deep into this powerful technique. This structure balances origin, practice, and application, allowing participants to deepen their understanding of the 4-7-8 Breathing Technique and its potential benefits. Throughout the course, emphasis is placed on the individual and how we are unique—allowing participants to have practical tools to immediately apply to their varying breathing patterns and emotions. Image by vined mind from Pixabay

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Meet your Teacher

Samantha Linden, DBA, M.ED.

Boston, MA, USA

Samantha is a dedicated teacher with a Doctorate, M.Ed., and experience developing and facilitating mindfulness and meditation practices. She believes in mindfulness and inner peace and incorporates these practices into her daily life and teachings. She is committed to helping others find balance and clarity through meditation and constantly seeks new ways to deepen her practice and share it with those around her to improve their lives. She hosts regular meditation sessions. She is welcoming to newcomers and regular participants. She loves to help learn more about practical everyday practices that can enhance their lives. She has completed her Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Ziva Meditation Trainings with the tools necessary to guide you to stress less and accomplish more.

3 Days

391 students

4.5 stars

6 min / day

SOS

English

Lesson 1

Introduction: Origin, Practice, And Benefits

During Day 1 of our course, we will delve into the origins of the 4-7-8 Breathing Technique, popularized by Dr. Andrew Weil. This technique is known for activating the body's relaxation response, effectively reducing stress, and promoting a sense of peace. Following this discussion, we will explore its associated benefits.

Lesson 2

Looking Deeper: The Practice And Application

The 4-7-8 Breathing Technique is powerful and promotes relaxation and calmness by emphasizing deep breathing. This technique has been shown to effectively reduce stress, enhance relaxation, and improve overall health. Deep breathing can also invigorate cells, strengthen the immune system, lower heart rate, alleviate stress, and improve digestion. Join us on Day 2 as we practice the 4-7-8 Breathing Technique to experience its numerous benefits. Music: "A Gentle Song" composed by Music Of Wisdom.

Lesson 3

Individual Needs: Emotions, Goals, And Tips

Integrating the 4-7-8 Breathing Technique into your daily routine can serve as a beneficial preventive measure. In Day 3's discussion, we will explore how to personalize this practice to suit your individual needs. I will provide guidance on incorporating the technique into your daily life, including tips on breathing patterns and adapting it to address your specific emotions and needs.

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Recent Reviews

Omar

February 9, 2026

Thank you

Carol

August 14, 2025

I’ve practiced this technique before… thank you for the reminder of how important breathing is in managing stress and anxiety…

Christina

January 2, 2025

It’s a proven, powerful technique. But the counting instructions néed improvement. The narration style is a bit choppy and stiff too.

Mónica

July 11, 2024

Vero relwxing

Olivia

May 13, 2024

A lovely short, sweet & useful course thank you 🙏

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