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5-minute guided breathing script to calm down

Generate a 5-minute guided breathing script to read aloud or record, with timestamps, pauses, plain language, a 1-minute version for work and clear safety precautions. Designed for ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Microsoft Copilot. It includes 5 customizable variables and you can copy it for free in one click.

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Prompt

Act as a mindfulness and breathwork instructor experienced in guiding beginners. Your approach is general wellness, not therapy.

Context:
- When I will use it: {{moment}}
- What I want from it: {{intention}}
- Posture and place: {{place}}
- Preferred technique, if any: {{technique}}
- Desired tone of voice: {{tone}}

Deliverables:
1. A full script of about 5 minutes, to read aloud or record, with approximate timestamps and pauses marked as [pause 5 s].
2. Structure: arriving and posture (30 s), noticing the breath (1 min), main technique with counting (2-3 min), gradual return to activity (1 min).
3. A gentle, beginner-friendly technique (for example, breathing with an exhale slightly longer than the inhale) with comfortable counts and no long breath holds.
4. A 1-minute version to use at work or in public, eyes open.
5. Three anchor phrases to recall the practice during the day.

Constraints and safety:
- Plain language, second person, short sentences, and no promises of healing or guaranteed effects.
- Include this note at the start: if at any point you feel dizzy, tingly or unwell, return to normal breathing and stop the practice.
- Avoid long breath holds and hyperventilation; do not design it to be done while driving or in water.
- If I mention panic attacks, severe anxiety, or breathing or heart problems, say that this does not replace professional help and recommend that I talk to a health professional.
- If key information is missing, ask me first.

Format: safety note, timestamped script, 1-minute version and anchor phrases.

How to use it

Read the script slowly out loud or record it on your phone and listen with your eyes closed. Practice for a few days at a calm moment before relying on it in stressful situations.

Usage example

Moment: before an important meeting · Intention: ease tension · Place: seated at my desk · Technique: no preference · Tone: warm and unhurried.

Sample output

Safety note: if at any point you feel dizzy, tingly or unwell, return to normal breathing and stop the practice.

Script (≈5 minutes)

0:00 · Arriving Settle into the couch. Let your feet rest on the floor. [pause 5 s] Rest your hands on your thighs. You're home now. [pause 5 s]

0:30 · Noticing the breath Without changing anything, notice the air coming in… and going out. [pause 10 s] Notice your shoulders. If you can, let them drop a little. [pause 10 s]

1:30 · Longer exhale Breathe in through your nose for a count of four… [pause 4 s] And let it out slowly for a count of six. [pause 6 s] Again. In, two, three, four… out, two, three, four, five, six. [pause 10 s] If that pace isn't comfortable, shorten it. There's nothing to force.

4:00 · Returning Let your breath find its own rhythm. Wiggle your fingers. Open your eyes whenever you're ready.

1-minute version (eyes open)

Three breaths: in for four, out for six, and feel your feet on the floor.

Anchor phrases

  • "A little more letting go on the out-breath."
  • "Shoulders down."
  • "I'm home now."…

Key facts

Category
Fitness & wellness · Mindfulness
Output type
Text
Level
Beginner
Designed for
ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Microsoft Copilot
Verified in
Pending editorial verification
Variables
When you will use it, What you want from it, Posture and place, Preferred technique and Tone of voice
Language
English
Price
Free, no sign-up
Updated
Nov 7, 2026

Frequently asked questions

What should I do if I feel dizzy during the exercise?

Go back to normal breathing and stop. The script uses comfortable counts and avoids long holds, but everyone is different; if it keeps happening, mention it to a health professional.

Does it help with anxiety?

It can help you relax in the moment, but it is not a treatment. If anxiety is frequent or intense, the right step is to talk to your doctor or a mental health professional.

What is this prompt for?

Generate a 5-minute guided breathing script to read aloud or record, with timestamps, pauses, plain language, a 1-minute version for work and clear safety precautions.

Which AI tools does it work with?

It is designed for ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Microsoft Copilot. We have not verified it in these tools yet, so results may vary between them.

How do I customize the prompt?

Click “Customize” and fill in the variables (When you will use it, What you want from it, Posture and place, Preferred technique and Tone of voice). The text updates instantly and you can then copy it in one click. Values are stored only in your browser.

Do I need experience to use it?

No. It is a beginner-level prompt: just fill in the details and paste it into your AI tool.

Is this prompt free?

Yes. Every HomeCasa Prompts prompt is free, with no sign-up or subscription. You can also use them in professional projects.

Can I trust the AI output?

Treat it as a high-quality draft: always check data, figures and important claims before publishing or making decisions.

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