You don’t normally have to think about breathing, right? But did you know, when you control your breathing, you’ll lower your blood pressure and promote feelings of calm? Consider how you breathe when you’re completely relaxed, like when you wake up or just before you fall asleep. When you breathe deeply, it reminds your body of those moments and sends a message to your brain to calm down.

The use of breathing techniques as a way to reduce stress and relax has been practiced for thousands of years. Not only is it free and can be done anywhere, it’s also easy to learn. This course will look at some different exercises and allow you to choose the ones that work best for you.

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

• Explain how breathing techniques can aid relaxation
• Understand the mind-body connection when it comes to breathing
• Use popular breathing exercises to relax

Why take this course?

This course is for anyone who wants to use breathing to relax. After all, who wouldn’t want to learn about easy and free ways to relax? It will be especially beneficial for anyone who feels like their stress levels would benefit from being a bit lower. Take a breath and let’s unleash the power of the lungs!

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