Nadi Shodhana, or “alternate nostril breathing,” is a simple but profound technique that deeply relaxes the mind and body.

This breathing practice energizes the body’s metabolism and improves concentration. It is a soothing and grounding practice to calm racing thoughts and anxiety.

Nadi Shodhana stimulates and balances the parasympathetic (fight or flight) nervous system with the sympathetic (rest and digest) nervous systems offering parallel experiences of energized and calm and warming and cooling. The practice is an antidote for restlessness and busy mind.

Incorporate this easy practice into your daily routine and notice the benefits.