If you’re feeling overwhelmed, the 4-7-8 breathing technique is one of the fastest ways to hack your nervous system into relaxing. It’s a simple rhythmic breath that can be done anywhere, anytime.
How to do the 4-7-8 Technique:
1. Inhale through your nose for 4 seconds.
2. Hold your breath for a count of 7 seconds.
3. Exhale forcefully through your mouth for 8 seconds.
This practice helps reduce anxiety and assists in falling asleep faster by shifting the body from ‘fight-or-flight’ mode to ‘rest-and-digest’ mode. Try doing this for four breath cycles and feel the difference in your heart rate.