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I was diagnosed with ADHD two years ago and one thing that surprised me was how much breathing exercises help with focus.

Before a task I need to concentrate on, I do 2 minutes of box breathing (4 seconds in, 4 hold, 4 out, 4 hold). It's like a reset button for my brain.

The key for me with ADHD is that it needs to be SHORT. I can't sit still for 20 minutes of meditation. But 2 minutes? That I can do.

Anyone else with ADHD found breathing techniques helpful? What works for you?

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