Deep Breathing Printables
  Sometimes you need a little more structure and
   playfulness around how to take a deep breath.
   Using shapes is an easy way to keep track of
   breaths in and out. You can use your finger to
   trace the shape so you know where you are in
           your breathing.
    Try each and see how they work for you!
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                     Square Breathing
    Start at the bottom right of the square, and follow the arrows around the whole
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                     Star Breathing
    Start at any "Breathe in" side, hold your breath at the point, then breathe out.
           Keep going until you’ve gone around the whole star.
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