Breathing Exercises for Relaxation + Nadi Shodhana

Relaxation techniques can help you reduce stress, anxiety, and improve your overall well-being. One of the most effective ways to relax is through breathing exercises. Controlled breathing can calm your mind, lower your heart rate, and promote a sense of inner peace. One such beneficial breathing technique is Nadi Shodhana, also known as alternate nostril breathing.

Benefits of Breathing Exercises:

• Reduces stress and anxiety
• Improves focus and concentration
• Promotes relaxation
• Helps in better sleep
• Enhances overall well-being

Nadi Shodhana - Alternate Nostril Breathing:

Nadi Shodhana is a pranayama technique that involves breathing through alternate nostrils. This practice helps balance the energy channels in the body and brings a sense of harmony and peace.

How to Practice Nadi Shodhana:

1. Sit comfortably with your spine erect.
2. Place your left hand on your left knee with the palm open to the sky.
3. Place the tip of the index finger and middle finger of your right hand between your eyebrows.
4. Use your right thumb to close your right nostril and inhale through your left nostril.
5. Close your left nostril with your right ring finger, release the right nostril, and exhale through the right nostril.
6. Inhale through the right nostril, close the right nostril, release the left nostril, and exhale through the left nostril.
7. This completes one round. Repeat for 5-10 rounds.

Guided Breathing Exercise:

For a guided Nadi Shodhana practice, you can follow along with this video: Nadi Shodhana Guided Practice

Benefits of Nadi Shodhana:

• Calms the mind
• Reduces stress and anxiety
• Improves lung function
• Enhances focus and concentration
• Promotes overall well-being

Practice these breathing exercises regularly to experience a sense of calm and relaxation in your daily life. Remember to listen to your body and breath deeply.