Various methods and practices exist to induce profound relaxation through breathing. By pausing your breath, you enhance oxygenation within your body. If you've had a challenging day, square breathing is a great way to focus. Multitasking and busy schedules can be exhausting for the brain and leave you feeling foggy and unfocused.

Taking a Break

It's important to take a short break and clear your head before returning to your regular tasks. A visual aid isn't necessary, but it can provide a point of focus while you learn this new breathing technique.

Here's how it works:

Breathe in for a count of 4, visualizing one side of a square. Hold your breath for a count of 4, visualizing the second side of the square. Breathe out for a count of 4, visualizing the third side. Fourth side - Hold your breath again for a count of 4, completing the square.

Such cycles should be repeated for 1-3 minutes, but preferably 4-5 minutes. This technique is designed to help you relax after a long day, or before/after a challenging task or conversation.

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