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What is the 4-7-8 breathing technique?
This pre-bedtime ritual is all about bringing yourself to a relaxed state.
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For instance, Standish puts things into layman’s terms by comparing the nervous system to a car.
So elongating your exhale soothes your nervous system and aids in achieving that relaxed state.
In addition, counting your breath helps decrease mental activity and chatter.
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My favorite technique is called 4-7-8 breathing.
She explained, “My mom has been using this breathing technique for years.
She learned about this widely used technique from Dr. Andrew Weil in 2005.
It’s based on pranayama, which is the practice of breath regulation in yoga.
It’s reportedly supposed to help with anxiety and sleep.
