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Breathe in four, hold four, out four, hold four. Repeat four times. That’s it.

  1. Step 1 of 44

    Breathe in

    Slowly, for a count of four.

  2. Step 2 of 44

    Hold

    Gently, for four.

  3. Step 3 of 44

    Breathe out

    Slowly, for four.

  4. Step 4 of 44

    Hold

    Rest for four, then repeat.

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