The Papworth method

You may carry out the Papworth method by following these steps:

• If you're using this to fall asleep, sit up straight, perhaps in bed.
• Take slow, deep breaths in and out, counting to four with each inhale (mouth or nose) and exhale (nose should be used).
• Pay attention to how your abdomen rises and falls as you breathe, and keep an ear out for your breath sounds to come from your stomach.

Using this calming technique will help you break your sighing and yawning habits. Anyone who suffers from a respiratory condition that causes altered breathing might benefit from the Papworth breathing method.