4 * 7 * 8 Pranayama | Soothing Breath
Meditation • 6m 18s
One of the first pranayama practices I ever learned was the 4 7 8 breath and I have used it SO much! Perfect for when you need to calm your mind/body, manage panic attacks or anxiety, or for settling down for sleep - this is a great go to breath practice. Try it!
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