Deep Belly Breathing For Relaxation

In this guided meditation, you will be guided through a deep, relaxing belly breathing technique which will help you relax. Deep belly breathing helps lower stress levels and calms the mind and the body.

Background song: 'Meditation Sounds' by Piotr Witowski

Transcript

Let's take a moment to center ourselves with a deep,

Calming breathing exercise.

This will help us relax and reconnect with our breath.

Find a comfortable position,

Either sitting or laying down,

And gently close your eyes.

First,

Let's become aware of our breath without trying to change it.

Just notice the natural rhythm of your breathing.

Feel the cool air as it enters your nose,

And the warm air as it leaves.

Notice how your chest and belly move with each breath.

Now I want you to place one hand on your belly,

And the other one on your chest.

And as you inhale deeply through your nose,

Allow your belly to rise,

Filling it with air,

Like a balloon.

Feel the hand on your belly being pushed outwards,

While the hand on your chest remains still.

Gently exhale through your mouth,

Feeling your belly fall.

Let's repeat this together now.

Taking deep,

Full breaths.

Inhale and exhale.

Inhale and exhale.

Continue breathing deeply,

Focusing on the rise and fall of your belly.

With each breath,

Allow yourself to sink deeper into relaxation.

As you inhale,

Imagine the air filling you with calmness and peace.

As you exhale,

Let go of any tension or stress.

Inhale,

Filling your body with calm,

And exhale,

Releasing all tension.

Continue to breathe slowly,

Deeply,

And fully.

Let's take a few more deep breaths together.

Inhale deeply,

And exhale fully.

Again inhale,

And exhale.

When you're ready,

Gently bring your attention back to the present moment.

Wiggle your fingers and toes,

Maybe stretch your body,

And when you feel ready,

Slowly open your eyes.

Notice how your body feels now,

Calm and centered.

You can return to this practice whenever you need a moment of peace.

Thank you for breathing with me.