1. The 4-7-8 Symphony of SlumberThink of this as a musical composition for your breath. Exhale with a dramatic whoosh, like the sound of a gusty wind. Inhale through your nose for a slow count of 4, hold your breath for 7 counts, and then exhale for a full 8 counts with another whoosh. It's like giving your thoughts a backstage pass and inviting relaxation to take center stage. And repeat, as if your mind was a demanding encore enthusiast.
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