3-Minute Breathing For Relaxation

Greetings,

This is Barbara.

In today's practice,

We're going to do relaxing breaths.

We'll simply breathe in for a count of four and release for a count of six.

Then I'll give you a few moments to simply breathe on your own.

Whenever we exhale longer than inhale,

It's a natural relaxation response for the body.

So settle in.

You can be seated or lying down for this practice.

Are you ready?

Good.

Let's begin.

Breathe in,

Two,

Three,

Four.

Out,

Five,

Four,

Three,

Two,

One.

In,

Two,

Three,

Four.

Out,

Five,

Four,

Three,

Two,

One.

In,

Two,

Three,

Four.

Out,

Five,

Four,

Three,

Two,

One.

In,

Two,

Three,

Four.

Out,

Five,

Four,

Three,

Two,

One.

Last time together.

In,

Two,

Three,

Four.

Out,

Five,

Four,

Three,

Two,

One.

Continue on your own.

Begin your final deep breath.

When you've finished your breath,

Rub your hands together and rest them over your eyes as you take a moment to bring your awareness back to your physical body.

Notice how you feel in your body.

Relax your hands.

Bring a smile to your face and give yourself a big hug for taking this time for you.

Come back to this meditation or place whenever you need.

Until next time,

Be well.