Breathing Your Way to Better Sleep: Using the 4-7-8 Method for Bedtime Bliss

Feeling stress or anxiety? Having trouble focusing? Need a reset?

Try the 4-7-8 Breathing Method by Dr. Andrew Weil!

The 4-7-8 technique is simple to do and can be done at anytime. All it takes is a pause in the day to mindfully breathe.

Here is how it works…

Start by taking a deep inhale through the nose and expanding into the belly for a count of 4 seconds.

Pause and hold the breath for 7 seconds.

With a controlled exhale, breathe out for 8 seconds.

Repeat this cycle 5-10 times to bring the body out of the fight or flight mode and into a rest and reset state.

It is a great breathing method to perform in the evening before bed to bring on sleep.