The short answer
Start the cue to see an example with four seconds of expansion and four seconds of contraction, without holds. The labels also work with reduced motion. Pause, reset or stop if the pace does not suit you; a fixed rhythm is optional.
A visual format, not a required pace
This demo presents a rhythm on screen. It is not a breathing assessment, a challenge or a test of how deep you can breathe. Do not force depth or timing. If the example feels too slow or too fast, pause it and breathe normally.
Comfort before the animation
Sit or stand comfortably and leave room to breathe easily. Stop and return to normal breathing if you feel uncomfortable or light-headed. General NHS guidance describes gentle, unforced breathing and a practice of at least five minutes; using this short visual cue is not the same full exercise or an NHS endorsement.
Keep control of the session
The cue starts only when you choose Start breathing cue. Pause holds the animation; Resume continues it, and Reset returns to the beginning. Switching away from the browser tab pauses the cue. With reduced motion enabled on your device, the dot stays still and the text continues to show the phase.
The iPhone app has Focus Dots and Breath Bloom alongside its game library and Instant Resets. This browser cue is a separate, simplified example. It does not diagnose or treat a health condition.
Try the visual cue
- Get comfortable
Choose a comfortable position and let your breath move without forcing it.
- Start if you want a cue
Choose Start breathing cue. Follow the expansion and contraction only if the example suits your breathing.
- Pause or finish
Pause, reset or finish whenever you want. If uncomfortable, stop and breathe normally.
Frequently asked questions
Does the dot use breath holds?
No. This example alternates expansion and contraction without hold phases. You can ignore the timing and breathe at your own pace.
Can I use it with reduced motion?
Yes. The dot remains still when your device prefers reduced motion, while the text shows the current cue.
Will it cure anxiety or breathing symptoms?
No. This is an optional everyday visual activity, not a treatment or a substitute for professional care.
Sources and product references
- About Stress Relief: Relaxing Games
Product facts from Omnivatis, the app maker. The browser demos are simplified web examples of these interactions.
- NHS: breathing exercises for stress
Guidance on comfortable, unforced breathing; the NHS exercise recommends at least five minutes. This browser cue is a separate example.
Stress Relief is a wellness app. It is not a medical device, does not diagnose or treat any condition, and is not a substitute for professional care. If you are struggling, please talk to a qualified professional.
