Short breathing breaks

You do not need a mat or an app to pause. One minute is plenty.

At your desk

Sit tall, place a hand on your belly and breathe in for four counts, then out for six. Repeat for a minute.

On the move

On a train or in a queue, soften your shoulders and let each out-breath be a little slower than the in-breath.

Before bed

Lie down, breathe in gently and let your jaw unclench with every exhale.

Try the guided circle on the calm pause page.*

This page is general, educational information, not medical advice. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.