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Pre-Sleep 4-7-8 Breath

Inhale 4, hold 7, exhale 8 — repeat 4 times. Hardest people sleep.

3 min Beginner

Goal

Activate parasympathetic system fast to facilitate sleep.

Steps

  1. 1
    Lie. Close mouth.
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Expected Outcome

Immediate
Sleep faster.

Evidence base

School: Integrative Medicine

Founders: Andrew Weil (2005)

Weil Harvard — Yoga-based.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does "Pre-Sleep 4-7-8 Breath" take?
This exercise takes about 3 minutes, practiced solo in a Somatic format.
When will I notice the effect of "Pre-Sleep 4-7-8 Breath"?
Sleep faster. In the short term: Use every night.
Is "Pre-Sleep 4-7-8 Breath" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Integrative Medicine (Andrew Weil (2005)). Weil Harvard — Yoga-based.
Is "Pre-Sleep 4-7-8 Breath" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Beginner. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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