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Polyvagal Breathwork

Gentle, science-based breathing practices that help you reset your nervous system and return to balance.

Learn how simple breathwork can transform stress into calm, focus, and connection.

The Science Behind It

Polyvagal Breathwork is a science-based practice that uses specific breathing techniques to calm the nervous system and restore balance. Grounded in polyvagal theory, it teaches you how to shift from stress and overwhelm into a state of calm, focus, and connection.

Why It Matters

Stress affects everyone. Students in classrooms, professionals at work, and families at home. Without the proper tools, stress builds up and negatively impacts our sleep, energy, mood, and even physical health. Polyvagal Breathwork provides a simple drug-free way to:

Reduce stress and anxiety

In the moment and overall

Improve focus and clarity

Enhance mental performance

Support emotional regulation

Manage emotions effectively

Build resilience

To daily challenges

Everyday Benefits

This practice is easy to learn and can be used by children, teens, and adults in almost any setting. Whether it's preparing for a big test, stepping into an important meeting, or finding calm in the moment or after a long day, Polyvagal Breathwork is a tool that works anywhere in the moment.

Before Important Events

Preparing for a big test or important meeting

In the Moment

Finding calm during stressful situations

After a Long Day

Unwinding and restoring balance

At School

Helping students focus and stay calm

At Work

Managing workplace stress and pressure

At Home

Creating family calm and connection

Try It Now

Experience the power of Polyvagal Breathwork with this simple 3-minute practice.

4-4-6 Breathing Exercise

  1. 1 Find a comfortable seated position and close your eyes or soften your gaze.
  2. 2 Breathe in slowly through your nose for 4 counts.
  3. 3 Hold your breath gently for 4 counts.
  4. 4 Breathe out slowly through your mouth for 6 counts.
  5. 5 Repeat for 5–10 cycles. Notice how you feel.

This is just one of many techniques you will learn in the full Keystone Program.

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