Breathing apps are used to teach breathing exercises and deep breathing techniques which can be helpful for your mental and physical health. Breathing exercises can be helpful in a variety of situations including:
- stress or anxiety management, to calm your nervous system during stressful situations or anxiety attacks – deep and slow diaphragmatic breathing can lead to a state of relaxation
- before sleep, to wind down and improve sleep quality by slowing the breath and heart rate
- for meditation and mindfulness as part of guided meditation routines or mindfulness practices
- to reduce mental fatigue during work or study sessions.
