Cyclic Sighing

This study compared the following methods for stress management:

• Mindful meditation
• Box breathing
• Cyclic Hyperventilation (sounds like Wim Hof Breathing)
• Cyclic Sighing

And Highlighted “Cyclic Sighing” as the most effective method:

Double inhale through the nose. The first one is the complete inhale until your lungs feel full, and then you sneak in a little bit more air as a second inhale. And then a long slow exhale through the mouth. Until your lungs are completely empty. - Andrew-Huberman/short with huberman

Repeat for 1-5 minutes.

Studies

• Brief structured respiration practices enhance mood and reduce physiological arousal

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Backlinks

• Meditation
• Breathing Techniques
• Meditation