Dr. Andrew Weil's 4-7-8 pattern lengthens the exhale to activate the vagus nerve, which is the main brake pedal on your fight-or-flight response. One round takes 19 seconds; four rounds is the standard starter dose.
Lie down, place the tip of your tongue behind your top front teeth, and follow the on-screen animation. Repeat any time your mind will not settle.
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