Heart focused breathing

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to add more ease to your life anytime you want? You can by simply connecting with the qualities of your heart.

HeartMath’s Heart-Focused Breathing® Technique can guide you to a state of ease in just a few minutes.
The technique is as powerful as it is simple and can be used anytime you want to create greater relaxation or more energy.

Typically, HeartMath recommends that you breathe in about 5 to 6 seconds and breathe out 5 to 6 seconds. Be sure your breathing is smooth, unforced and comfortable. Although this is not difficult to do, It may take a little time to become used to it, but eventually you will establish your own natural rhythm.

Heart-focused breathing won’t take a lot of time out of your day, but it can add lots of benefits to your life. Many people find that heart-focused breathing is an excellent way to start and finish their days, but there are times in between when it is especially beneficial. Try it during a break on the job, at school or while working around the house.

There is no more important time for a few minutes of heart-focused breathing than when you feel your stress buttons being pushed. These vary from one person to the next, but some you may be familiar with include a late bus, train or even plane commute to work; a presentation, important meeting or performance review in the workplace; a big test at school; or a dreaded encounter with someone you’d rather avoid.

The scientific term for this simple and quick tool is psychophysiological coherence: Ever heard of it? Keep reading.