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Plain English with Derek Thompson cover image

Breathing Is Easy. But We’re Doing It Wrong.

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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Box Breathing for Stress Management

Box breathing is effective in providing immediate responses by down-regulating the nervous system, controlling emotions, and enhancing focus. Wearables allow real-time monitoring of the impact of different breathing techniques. Box breathing is commonly used for transitioning from high arousal to calmness or even sleepiness. Navy SEALs use box breathing to maintain focus in high-stress situations. Anyone experiencing stress can benefit from practicing box breathing to effectively manage stress in the moment.

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