If you’ve listened to Brené Brown, the research professor whose TedTalk on vulnerability went viral (a must-watch), you may have heard her mention “square breathing.” She uses it herself to calm down ...

Box breathing, also known as square breathing, is a technique used when taking slow, deep breaths. It’s also called four-square breathing. This technique can be beneficial to anyone, especially those ...

One of the easiest ways to stay present is by focusing on the breath. Box breathing takes this life-sustaining action to the next level by adding in a timed element. Box breathing can benefit ...

Cowritten by Nathalie Boutros and Tchiki Davis. When you’re approaching a deadline at work, struggling to get your children out the door in the morning, dreading a difficult but important exam, or ...

In an age where stress has become a constant companion, military forces have perfected a remarkably effective technique for maintaining composure under pressure. Box breathing, also known as tactical ...

Box breathing is a technique that involves four simple steps to focus on your breath and relax. Try box breathing by inhaling for 4 seconds, holding it for 4, exhaling for 4, and holding again for 4.

When you’re feeling overwhelmed or on edge, people love to say, “Just breathe.” Which is annoying when your chest feels tight and your mind’s racing. But there is a breathing technique that’s actually ...

There’s no getting away from it - life is stressful. All of us experience times when life just feels harder, and sadly, stress has an impact on all aspects of our lives, from mood and sleep to ...

The connection between breathing and our nervous system represents one of the body’s most remarkable biological relationships. While most autonomic functions—like heart rate, digestion, and hormone ...

Box breathing, also referred to as square breathing, is a deep breathing technique that can help you slow down your breathing. It works by distracting your mind as you count to four, calming your ...