Staying Safe and Well

Staying Safe & Well - Alternate Nostril Breathing

Alternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Sodhan) is a simple but powerful balancing breath technique. It creates a deep sense of well-being and harmony on the physical, mental, and emotional levels. It can help with headaches, migraines, and other stress-related symptoms.

How to Alternate Nose Breathe

(as shown in the diagram above)

  • Use the thumb of the right hand to close the right nostril and gently and fully inhale through the left nostril
  • Then close the left nostril with your index finger and exhale through the right nostril
  • Then inhale through the right nostril
  • Close the right nostril and exhale through the left nostril
  • Continue repeating, alternating nostrils after each inhalation for up to 5 minutes
Alternate Nostril Breathing
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