A free, guided breathing exercise in your browser

Silence Awakening is a simple breathing timer for a calm moment in your day. Follow the glowing orb: breathe in as it grows, breathe out as it softens. There is nothing to install, no account and no ads — just you, a quiet forest lake and your breath.

Four breathing patterns

Relax · 4-6 breathing

Breathe in for 4 seconds and out for 6. The longer out-breath gives a slow, unhurried rhythm — a gentle choice for winding down.

Balance · 5-5 breathing

Breathe in for 5 seconds and out for 5 — about six breaths per minute. An even, steady rhythm, sometimes called coherent breathing.

Box breathing · 4-4-4-4

Breathe in for 4, hold for 4, breathe out for 4 and hold for 4. A structured square rhythm that many people use to settle their focus.

4-7-8 breathing

Breathe in for 4, hold for 7 and breathe out slowly for 8. A slow rhythm many people like as part of a bedtime routine.

How to use the breathing timer

  1. Choose a breathing pattern: Relax, Balance, Box Breathing or 4-7-8 Sleep.
  2. Pick a session length of 1, 3, 5 or 10 minutes.
  3. Press Start breathing and follow the orb and the on-screen cues.
  4. Optionally turn on a soft nature sound. Pause any time.

Frequently asked questions

Is Silence Awakening free?

Yes. The breathing exercise is completely free, with no ads, subscriptions or sign-up.

Do I need an account or an app?

No. It runs in any modern browser on phone, tablet or computer. Your chosen pattern and session length are saved only in your own browser.

What is box breathing?

Box breathing is a simple, even rhythm with four equal steps: breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 4, breathe out for 4 and hold for 4, then repeat.

Which breathing pattern should I choose?

Try Relax (4 seconds in, 6 seconds out) to slow down, Balance (5 in, 5 out) for a steady even rhythm, Box Breathing (4-4-4-4) if you like a structured count, or 4-7-8 (4 in, 7 hold, 8 out) to wind down before bed. Choose whichever feels most comfortable.

How long should a breathing session be?

Even one minute can be a pleasant pause. Many people start with 1 to 3 minutes and build up to 5 or 10. Breathe gently and stop if you feel dizzy or uncomfortable.

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Silence Awakening is a relaxation exercise, not medical advice or treatment. If you have a health condition, please talk to a qualified professional.

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