Box breathing in four steps

Box breathing gives a busy mind something simple to hold onto: four equal sides, each a count of four. It’s steady rather than sleepy, so it works well in the daytime.

The slides below take you through the four steps. Then try four rounds.

Breathing exercises are safe for most people, but they’re not medical advice. If you have a heart, lung or blood pressure condition, or you’re pregnant, check with your doctor before trying breath holds.