The Box Breath is a popular breathing technique and has some amazing benefits (mentioned below). Lowers stress The biggest benefit of box breathing is relaxation, especially in times of stress. Studies show that regulating your breath can lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol and maybe even help lower blood pressure. Activates the parasympathetic nervous system In times of stress, your sympathetic nervous system is on high alert. Box breathing can help you move out of that state by tapping into the bodily system responsible for rest and digestion — the parasympathetic nervous system. The parasympathetic nervous system is the opposite of the sympathetic nervous system, otherwise known as “fight or flight.”“ When we’re anxious, we breathe shallowly and quickly, which actually creates more anxiety within your body,” Dr. Young explains. “We can use breath work to move out of the fight-or-flight state and into that parasympathetic nervous system.” Calms the mind You don’t have to be stressed to benefit from this breath exercise. Practising box breathing is an opportunity to bring mindfulness to your breath, which is a valuable practice even in tranquil times.“It allows you to slow your breath, and it also has an aspect of meditation,” Dr. Young says. “As you’re breathing, you’re also silently counting, which is a kind of mantra meditation that, again, calms the nervous system and brings you into the present moment". If you feel you benefited from these videos which are a labour of love, please dont hesitate to share your gratitude by supporting me with a donation to paypal.me/priyankadevigupta Yoga so that we can stretch our body, open our hearts & quieten the mind.... Yoga is not just about the union of the body and spirit but its about embracing the internal silence which we eschew, yet ironically we crave peace of mind. So welcome to my channel, and let me guide you on a journey to connect with your body, breath and spirit. Connect : https://www.yogawithpriyanka.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/yogawith.priyanka/ https://www.facebook.com/yogawithpriyanka/ https://twitter.com/priyrasta Health Disclaimer: YogawithPriyanka, strongly recommends that you consult your physician/healthcare provider or doctor regarding the applicability of any recommendations and follow all safety instructions before beginning any exercise program. When participating in any exercise or exercise program, there is the possibility of physical injury. If you engage in this exercise or exercise program, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself. Another Disclaimer: All images and meditations belong to friends and family, and have been shared so if the ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNSVGLmuoy0

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