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29 sats \ 2 replies \ @Roll 27 Jan \ on: Can You Breathe Your Stress Away? (The Economist) HealthAndFitness
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Sadhguru emphasizes the profound connection between breath and stress management. He explains that breath is not merely an exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide, but a powerful tool to regulate our mental and emotional states.
Breathing Techniques for Stress Relief
Sadhguru recommends several breathing practices to alleviate stress:
-Conscious Breathing: Simply being aware of your breath can help reduce stress.
-Nadi Shuddhi: This technique involves alternate nostril breathing to balance the energy channels in the body.
Kapalabhati: A rapid breathing exercise that can increase alertness and reduce stress.
4-7-8 Breathing: Inhale for 4 counts, hold for 7, and exhale for 8 to promote calmness1.