Breathing Techniques for Anxiety | 4-2-6-2 Guided Exercise. This guided breathing exercise is a simple technique to calm your nervous system and ease stress. You’ll inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 2, exhale for 6, and hold again for 2. It helps slow your heart rate and bring your mind back to a calmer state. Breathing techniques like this work by activating the parasympathetic nervous system, which signals to your body that it’s safe to relax. Just a few minutes of practice can help reduce anxiet

1.4M views · 4.7K reactions | Guided Breathing Meditation for Anxiety (6-2-6-2). Breathe in slowly. Let your shoulders relax as you breathe out. Breathe in 6 seconds, Pause for 2 seconds, Breathe out 6 seconds, Pause for 2 seconds. You can breathe in and out through your nose, or you may find it easier to breathe out through your mouth like you are blowing out a candle. #breathingtechniques #breathingexercises | Pocket Breath Coach | Facebook