🟪 Box breathing
1 min · Free · No sign-up · Steady your breath and your thoughts
Steady your breath and your thoughts. Find a comfortable position, then press start.
How and why it works
Box breathing means breathing in for 4 seconds, holding for 4, breathing out for 4 and holding for 4, like tracing the sides of a square.
The even rhythm gives your mind something simple to follow and slows your breathing, which signals safety to your nervous system.
Questions people ask
How long should I do box breathing?
One minute already helps. Four to five rounds is a good reset; you can repeat whenever you need to.
Why do Navy SEALs use box breathing?
It is used to stay calm and focused under pressure, because it is simple and works anywhere.
What if holding my breath feels uncomfortable?
Shorten the holds to 2 or 3 seconds. The steady rhythm matters more than the exact count.
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