Breathing timer
Coherent breathing timer
Breathe in for five as the circle grows and out for five as it settles. No holds, no strain.
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What coherent breathing is
Coherent breathing, sometimes called resonance breathing, means breathing slowly and evenly at around five or six breaths a minute. Five seconds in and five seconds out gives exactly six. With no breath holds, it is the gentlest of the common patterns.
When to use it
It suits almost any moment, which makes it a good everyday default: a short reset between tasks, a few minutes before sleep, or a longer sitting of ten minutes or more. Breathe through the nose if you can, and keep the breath an ordinary size.
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Breathe comfortably and stop if you feel lightheaded. This timer is a relaxation aid and is not medical advice.