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Breathe Better, Live Better
Breath is the remote control for your nervous system - mastering buttons from slow nasal inhale to quick reset exhale.
Seth Thomas
July 05, 2025
“How you breathe is how you live.” - James Nestor
Good Morning. Many adults breathe shallow through the mouth, signaling chronic stress. Five minutes of 5-second box breathing can flip the switch to parasympathetic calm.
CO₂ tolerance drills (long, slow exhale) train cells to use oxygen efficiently, boosting endurance without extra gym time.
Sleep quality follows suit; nasal breathing reduces apnea and morning grogginess.
Today’s Challenge
Before your next meeting, take ten breaths in 4-7-8 pattern (inhale 4, hold 7, exhale 8).
🧠 Fascinating Stimuli:
🎥 Conversation “The Lost Art & Science of Breath.”
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