How to make this a bedtime cue
- Lower the screen brightness and get physically comfortable.
- Keep the inhale small and let the exhale take its time.
- When the minute finishes, put the device down instead of starting another round online.
Why the exhale is longer
The uneven count makes the release feel unhurried. Some people find that rhythm comfortable when winding down, but there is no need to empty the lungs completely. Let the breath stay quiet and natural.
No promise to make sleep happen
A breathing timer cannot guarantee sleep or treat insomnia. If sleep problems are persistent, severe, or affecting daily life, consider speaking with a qualified health professional rather than relying on a one-minute exercise.