This photo relates to the the article as true happiness begins within you; only you hold the power to motivate yourself and be your own life saver. I have listed different breathing techniques that one can use when life seems overwhelming.
Technique #1: Diaphragmatic Breathing (Deep Breathing)
Inhale deeply through your nose, allowing your diaphragm to expand.
Exhale slowly and completely through your mouth
This technique help's to reduce stress and promote relaxation
Technique #2: Equal Breathing (Sama Vritti)
Inhale for a specific count (Ex: 5 counts)
Exhale for the same count
Technique #3: 4-7-8 Breathing (Relaxed Breathing)
Inhale quietly through your nose for 4 counts
Hold your breath for 7 counts
Exhale for 8 counts
Technique #4: Box Breathing (Square Breathing)
Inhale for 4 counts
Hold for 4 counts
Exhale for 4 counts
Pause for 4 counts
Repeat
Technique #5: Alternate Nostril Breathing
Close one nostril and inhale through the other
Close the opposite nostril and exhale through the first
Repeat, alternating nostrils
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