Breathe 1 min
One-minute Coherence 5-5 breathing - a quick calming reset before a session.
At a Glance
Tap Begin, follow the orb for one minute of even 5-5 breathing, pause by tapping the screen if needed.
- Cognitive Focus
- Mindful attention to breath rhythm; gentle grounding through a simple visual cue.
- Engagement Style
- Solo on one device; facilitator can sit nearby and breathe along without directing each step.
- Difficulty
- No difficulty settings
- Play Mode
- Solo-friendly
Why Choose This Activity
Calm Breath is a one-minute reset when someone needs to settle before another activity or after a stressful moment. The locked Coherence rhythm keeps choices simple so attention stays on breathing, not settings. It appears on all three program paths and suits Memory Care, Sharp Mind, and Wellness sessions alike.
Pinned in daily recommendations as a short, low-barrier way to practice steady breathing with no score and no decisions to make.
How It Plays
Tap Begin for a fixed one-minute Coherence session with five-second inhales and five-second exhales. A glowing orb grows as you breathe in and shrinks as you breathe out. Tap the screen anytime to pause; resume when ready.
Settings & Difficulty
Levels: No difficulty settings
- Locked to 1 minute and Coherence 5-5 - no technique or duration picker
- Separate voice and music volume controls
- Tap anywhere on the play area to pause or resume
Facilitator Tips
- Use this as a transition - before a visit, after loud noise, or between two busier activities.
- Sit comfortably with shoulders soft; remind the person they never need to force the breath.
- If anyone feels dizzy, pause and return to normal breathing before continuing.
- Voice and ocean ambience volume are set separately from the speaker control in the top bar.
- For longer sessions or other techniques, open the full Breathe activity from the menu.