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Belly Breathing

How to Do:

1. Setup:

  • The helper should hold a bubble wand, feather, or pinwheel in their right hand, and place their left hand on their belly to demonstrate.
  • The participant should be seated comfortably, ready to follow along.

2. Demonstrate Belly Breathing:

  • The helper takes a deep breath in through their nose, allowing the belly to expand, and watches the hand on the belly move outward.
  • Slowly release the air, blowing the bubble (if using a bubble wand) or blowing air to make the pinwheel or feather move, and watch the hand on the belly move inward as the belly flattens.
  • The helper should say: “BREATHE IN, BELLY EXPANDS, BREATHE OUT, BELLY CONTRACTS” as they demonstrate.

3. Participant Practice:

  • The participant then takes a turn blowing bubbles, repeating the process 5 times in a row, followed by a short break.
  • If using a pinwheel or feather, the participant repeats the same steps, blowing gently to make the pinwheel spin or the feather float, and focusing on the movement of their belly.

4. Repetitions:

  • Perform 5 sets of 3 repetitions for each item (bubbles, pinwheel, and feather).
  • Encourage the participant to focus on their breath and the sensation of their belly expanding and contracting with each breath.

5. Relaxation:

  • After completing all repetitions, take a few moments to relax and focus on deep breathing, allowing the participant to notice how calm and centered they feel.

Tips for Success:

  • Encourage the participant to breathe slowly and deeply, focusing on the sensation of their belly moving with each breath.
  • If using bubbles, ensure the participant blows gently to avoid rushing the process.
  • Remind the participant to take their time and enjoy the calming effects of the activity.

Materials Needed:

  • Bubbles
  • Pinwheel
  • Feather

Additional information

Age Group

18 to 64 years, 65+ years