Box breathing is an easy and quick way to lower stress, soothe anxiety, and refocus. You can practice box breathing anywhere, and nearly anytime.
Use this GIF below to help you follow the box breathing steps correctly.
Close your eyes. Breathe in through your nose while counting to four slowly. Feel the air enter your lungs.
Hold your breath inside while counting slowly to four. Try not to clamp your mouth or nose shut. Simply avoid inhaling or exhaling for 4 seconds.
Begin to slowly exhale for 4 seconds.
Repeat steps 1 to 3 at least three times. Ideally, repeat the three steps for 4 minutes, or until calm returns.
