BREATHING TECHNIQUES FOR SLEEP: TRY THESE 5 EXERCISES

By Yuvaap Team Publish Oct 4, 2023 YUVAAP

4-7-8 Technique

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Box Breathing

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Progressive Muscle Relaxation

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Alternate Nostril Breathing

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Guided Visualisation

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