Feeling Stressed? Try the 4-7-8 Relaxing Breathing Technique

Aug 25, 2022
Just Breathe

If you’re stressed these days, a simple technique can help you reset. Try Dr. Weil’s famous relaxing breathing technique. This is a yoga breath that can help you to destress. Dr. Weil says it can help you lower your blood pressure and anxiety. It’s called the 4-7-8 breath: Four breaths in, hold your breath for 7, and forcefully breathe out for 8. You can then repeat the cycle four times. Click here for a video of Dr. Weil sharing this technique. Try it twice a day for several days and see what you notice.