Why Deep Breathing is Good For You

Taking a deep breath is something many of us do instinctively and often without even thinking about it. But did you know that deep breathing has some powerful benefits for both your mind and body? Studies have found that deep breathing can help to reduce stress, improve energy levels, and enhance overall well-being. It is a simple yet effective way to calm the mind, ease tension in the body, and bring balance to our lives.

HEALTHY LIVING – Learn To breathe Deeply

A SIMPLE WAY TO IMPROVE HOW GREAT YOU FEEL & CLEARLY YOU THINK

The challenge with breathing

• Your lungs are an organ of volume – that have a capacity – which means that it’s possible to get into the habit of using only a portion of their total capacity
• Today’s lifestyle in modern society contributes to poor breathing habits, including:
  • Bad posture
  • Lack of exercise
  • Work that requires a lot of sitting
• Since your lungs supply oxygen – or life force – if you only use 70% of your lungs’ capacity, this means you miss out on 30% of that life force
• Imagine how your life would improve with 30% more energy and clearer thinking!
• Unless you do something to maintain or improve your breathing capacity, it will decline, and with it, your general health, and life expectancy

Deep breathing makes a difference

• Learning to breathe deeply at various times throughout the day is one way to improve your overall breathing habits
• Deep breathing is when you:
  
  • 1. BEGIN by completely exhaling through your mouth
  • 2. INHALE deeply through your nose for a count of 4
  • 3. HOLD your breath for a count of 7
  • 4. EXHALE through your mouth for a count of 8
  • 5. REPEAT for a total of 4 breaths

Why Deep Breathing is Good For You – How to use this:

• When you: Start your day: First thing in the morning o Have a free moment: When standing in line, driving in your can sitting down to work, waiting for something to cook
  • Want to change how you feel: When you need a boost of energy, positivity, confidence, happiness
  • Notice your breathing
• Then you will:
  
  • Breathe deeply

Deep breathing is an effective way to reduce stress and boost your overall health. It helps to control your breathing rate and increase oxygen levels, which can reduce feelings of anxiety and promote relaxation.

Furthermore, deep breathing can be done anytime, anywhere, and with minimal effort for maximum benefit. Taking the time to practice deep breathing on a regular basis can help you build resilience in the face of stressors and enhance your physical and emotional well-being.