Coherent Breathing: Try a Steady No-Hold Rhythm Without Treating Five Breaths as Magic

Coherent Breathing

Coherent breathing is a steady, no-hold breathing pattern built around a smooth inhale and exhale. The useful part is the repeatable pacing, not a promise that one exact breaths-per-minute target creates a special state. Start with a rhythm that feels easy enough to continue without air hunger, dizziness, or pressure to match a device. Keep