KNOWLEDGE
Calm breathing
A calm breathing pace can be a safe regulation cue for many people, without using extreme techniques.
KNOWLEDGE UNIVERSE
Stress, emotions and thoughts
Stress mapping, calm breathing, emotions, thoughts, beliefs and a safe return after a harder day.
What you can do
- breathe more slowly for 2 minutes
- do not force breath holds
- stop if you feel dizzy
- rate tension before and after
TOPIC DEPTH / SELF-OBSERVATION
From knowledge to self-observation
This layer organizes the existing topic rules. It does not add new claims or diagnoses.
How to observe
The minimum needed for meaningful self-observation.
Topic boundaries
- do not recommend hyperventilation
- do not recommend extreme breath retention
Data limitations
- Conclusions from a small number of check-ins are hypotheses.
- User self-report may be incomplete or variable.
- The app observes patterns; it does not confirm causes.
Interpretation limitations
- Do not use this for diagnosis or treatment.
- Do not promise an outcome or health improvement.
- Do not strengthen wording beyond the current level of source verification.
- If the user describes a health risk or crisis, the safety router takes priority.
Source limitations
- Sources require manual verification before strong claims are allowed.
Use for education and self-observation, not diagnosis or treatment.
Suggest a small safe step and encourage observation rather than a radical change.
EVIDENCE LAYER
Sources and limitations
Sources and conclusions require cautious language. This is education and self-observation, not diagnosis or treatment.
Breathing Practices for Stress and Anxiety Reduction: Conceptual Framework of Implementation Guidelines Based on a Systematic Review of the Published Literature
Scope: Until full manual review is complete, use cautious wording and do not draw medical conclusions.
Limitations: Use as educational background. Do not create diagnoses or medical recommendations.
Open source ↗Effects of voluntary slow breathing on heart rate and heart rate variability: A systematic review and a meta-analysis
Scope: Until full manual review is complete, use cautious wording and do not draw medical conclusions.
Limitations: Use as educational background. Do not create diagnoses or medical recommendations.
Open source ↗