Meditation · Beginner

5-5-5-5 Breathing

A slower square breath: five counts in, hold, out, and hold.

A slower version of the box: inhale for five, hold for five, exhale for five, and hold for five. Let each phase stay smooth and unforced.

If the five-count holds feel long, ease back the counts while keeping all four phases equal.

Practice
Inhale

A widely taught beginner breathing pattern.

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