Why the ocean
When we were little, my dad loved taking us to the ocean. Some of my happiest memories are of those days by the sea with him.
When he passed away in 2025, I brought him back to the ocean he loved, and scattered his ashes in the sea in Thailand.
Maybe that's why the sound of the waves always soothes me. It slows me down and reminds me to breathe.
Since then, I've learned to really appreciate life, and to be kind, to others and to myself.
I made this site to share that calm with you. It finds a beach on the other side of the world where waves are arriving right now, and slows each wave down to about six breaths a minute.
Breathe in as the circle grows and the wave gathers. Breathe out as it breaks and slides back down the sand. Stay for a few breaths, or for as long as you like.
I hope it brings you a little peace.
Nok / California
Why six breaths a minute
When we're resting, most of us breathe about 12 to 20 times a minute, often without noticing. Slowing down to about 6 breaths a minute, one breath every 10 seconds, is sometimes called resonant or coherent breathing.
At this pace, your heartbeat gently speeds up as you breathe in and slows down as you breathe out. Studies suggest this rhythm helps the body move out of its "fight or flight" state and into its "rest and digest" state, so you feel calmer and more settled.
It's also an old rhythm. Researchers have noticed that some prayers and chanted mantras, said slowly aloud, naturally fall to about six breaths a minute.
You can choose between two rhythms. Calm 4 · 6 breathes in for 4 seconds and out for 6. A longer out-breath slows the heart a little more, so this is the default. Even 5 · 5 breathes in and out for the same time, if that feels easier.
There's no need to force it. Breathe gently through your nose if you can. If you ever feel light-headed, just go back to breathing normally.