Free guided breathing exercises

A guided breathing exercise is a short audio session where a voice paces each breath for you, so you can listen instead of counting. On 2hives you can play a three-minute sample in a single tap, with no account and no email address, and a free account plays the whole session, in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian or Japanese. Sessions run from a few minutes upwards, so you can take a five-minute pause between tasks or a longer slow-breathing session in the evening. It suits beginners and anyone who finds counting breaths fiddly, and listening is free for good. This is relaxation audio, not medical advice.

Breathing sessions to try

Each card plays a free three-minute sample when you press the play button. The full sessions are free with a free account. All narration is an AI voice, and every script is written with AI assistance and checked before release.

• Breath Hear a sample (3 min)
• Pure Sound Hear a sample (3 min)
• Between Chapters

A simple five-minute routine

1. Settle. Sit with your back supported and your feet flat. Lying down is fine too.
2. Breathe normally for a few breaths. Notice the rhythm you already have.
3. Breathe in gently for a count of five. Through your nose if that is comfortable. Do not force it.
4. Breathe out gently for a count of five. Let the breath leave smoothly.
5. Keep going for about five minutes. A guided audio keeps the pace, so you do not need to count.

If you feel dizzy or uncomfortable, stop and breathe normally.

What this is, and is not

Slow, paced breathing is a common relaxation technique. The NHS and NCCIH both describe breathing exercises as one simple relaxation method among several. A breathing session on 2hives is a relaxation practice. We make no promise about how you will feel afterwards.

Related

For longer, softer listening try free guided sleep meditation or calming meditation to relax and unwind. Our guides explain a guided breathing exercise and slow breathing at six breaths a minute. You can also open the app and browse every session.

A note on safety

This is relaxation and general information, not medical advice or treatment. Never listen while driving or operating machinery. If you have epilepsy, seizures or a hearing condition, check with a doctor before using audio like this. See the 2hives safety page.

FAQ

Do I need an account to play a breathing exercise?

No. The three-minute sample plays without an account or an email address. A free account lets you play full sessions.

Is it really free?

Yes. Listening on 2hives is free for good.

How long should a breathing exercise be?

Many people start with about five minutes. Pick a length that feels easy. You can stop at any time.

Which languages can I listen in?

English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian and Japanese, with more in beta.

Is the voice a real person?

No. The narrator is an AI voice (text-to-speech), and each script is written with AI assistance and checked before release.

All guides