Stop and Voo (breath)

Holiday Hustle: Don’t Forget to Breathe The holiday season often has us rushing around, jaws clenched, trying to check off every little detail before Christmas. Between shopping, cooking, and hosting, it’ s easy to feel overwhelmed. Take a moment to pause, breathe, and remember: the season is about joy, connection, and being present. Your well-being matters.

SO WHAT IS “VOO” EXACTLY?

The “Voo” breathing method activates the vagus nerve, the body’s longest nerve, which runs from the brain to the abdomen, connecting major organs like the heart. This practice promotes safety, reduces inflammation, regulates heart rate, and supports digestion.

Sit upright in a comfortable, supported position. Close your eyes and focus on the areas of your body mentioned during the meditation.

STEP 1: FIND A COMFORTABLE SEAT

Sit upright in a comfortable, supported position. Close your eyes and focus on the areas of your body mentioned during the meditation.

STEP 2 : START WITH DEEP BREATHS

Breathe Deeply: Inhale through your nose, exhale through your mouth, relaxing your jaw and tongue

STEP 3: INTRODUCE THE “VOO” SOUND

Gently make a long “voooo” sound (the ‘oo’ sound rhymes with ‘you’) sustaining the sound throughout the entire exhalation until it feels complete. Repeat this natural inhaling and then exhaling with “voooo” one to three times. Then just rest, noticing any body sensations or feelings.