4-7-8 Breathing Technique

The 4-7-8 breathing technique is a core part of many meditation and yoga practices. It promotes relaxation by calming the sympathetic nervous system, which controls the fight-or-flight response. If you are generally a shallow breather, you may initially feel a little lightheaded when you start taking deeper breaths. This sensation will pass as your body becomes accustomed to a greater flow of oxygen.