Inhale slowly through your nose, exhale slowly through your nose while making a humming sound (like a bee). Repeat 6 times. Then repeat the entire cycle 1-2 more times for a maximum of 3. 

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Optionally, use your hands to reduce your senses of sight and hearing by placing each thumb overtop your ear canals, and your fingers overtop your eyes. 

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This breath reduces anxiety and stress by soothing your mind and vagus nerve. It can be used prior to meditation to prepare your mind and body. It is also known as Bhramari Pranayama.