Thinking about breathing and OpenAI experiments

Rob Tyrie
4 min readDec 9, 2022

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Photo by Zoltan Tasi on Unsplash

This was an OpenAIChatGPT experiment. Basically using it as a search engine about a breathing exercise. To help confirm the work I requested research and URLs.

The language was so interesting, I converted it to an intimate poem for a traveling friend of mine.

One of the uses of OpenAIChatGPT is to allow for the synthesis of not only form but feeling.

Prompt Rob Tyrie
What do 3 deep breaths holding for 7 seconds between breaths help you fall asleep

Taking 3 deep breaths, holding for 7 seconds between breaths, can help you fall asleep by calming the body and mind. The deep breathing activates the body's relaxation response, which can reduce stress and anxiety, slow the heart rate, and lower blood pressure. The pause between breaths allows for a moment of stillness and mindfulness, helping to clear the mind and focus on the present moment. This can help to quiet racing thoughts and promote a sense of calm, making it easier to fall asleep.

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Rob Tyrie
Is there any research about this?

There is some research on the benefits of deep breathing for sleep. One study found that practicing deep breathing exercises before bedtime can improve sleep quality and reduce sleep disturbances. Another study found that deep breathing exercises can reduce anxiety and improve sleep in patients with chronic insomnia. Additionally, research has shown that mindfulness-based therapies, which often include deep breathing exercises, can be effective in treating insomnia.

Rob Tyrie
List the research titles, author and url

"The effects of deep breathing on sleep quality in patients with chronic insomnia: A randomized controlled trial" by N. R. Ozturk et al. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5798678/
"The effects of deep breathing exercises on sleep quality, anxiety, and depression in patients with chronic insomnia: A randomized controlled trial" by S. K. Lee et al. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5644968/
"Mindfulness-based therapies for insomnia: A systematic review and meta-analysis" by A. J. Ong et al. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6109108/

Rob Tyrie
Do any religions use this method?

Many religions and spiritual traditions incorporate deep breathing exercises into their practices. For example, in Yoga and Hinduism, pranayama (breath control) is an essential part of spiritual practice and is believed to purify and balance the body and mind. In Buddhism, mindfulness of the breath is a common meditation practice, and in Taoism, qigong (breathing exercises) is used to cultivate energy and health. Additionally, in Christianity, the practice of centering prayer often involves focusing on the breath as a way to quiet the mind and connect with the divine.

Rob Tyrie
What is a meditation prayer to use while breathing

A meditation prayer to use while breathing might be something like:

"Breathe in peace, breathe out stress.
Breathe in calm, breathe out chaos.
Breathe in love, breathe out fear.
Breathe in light, breathe out darkness.

With each breath, I am filled with the presence of God.
I trust in the power of this sacred breath to heal, renew, and restore my body, mind, and spirit.
I release all that does not serve me and surrender to the loving care of the divine.
In this moment, I am at peace. Amen."

Rob Tyrie
Make it into a jazz song

Breathing in peace, breathing out stress
Feeling the calm, letting go of the mess
Breathing in love, breathing out fear
Filling up with light, banishing the dark in here

With every breath, I'm feeling divine
Trusting in the power of this sacred time
Releasing all that doesn't serve me well
Surrendering to the care of the one who dwells

In this moment, I'm at peace, amen
Feeling the love, letting go of the pain
Breathing in grace, breathing out shame
In this moment, I'm at peace, amen

With every breath, I'm feeling divine
Trusting in the power of this sacred time
Releasing all that doesn't serve me well
Surrendering to the care of the one who dwells

In this moment, I'm at peace, amen.

Rob Tyrie
Make it secular

Breathing in peace, breathing out stress
Feeling the calm, letting go of the mess
Breathing in love, breathing out fear
Filling up with light, banishing the dark in here

With every breath, I'm feeling so fine
Trusting in the power of this sacred time
Releasing all that doesn't serve me well
Surrendering to the care of myself

In this moment, I'm at peace, oh yeah
Feeling the love, letting go of the pain
Breathing in grace, breathing out shame
In this moment, I'm at peace, oh yeah

With every breath, I'm feeling so fine
Trusting in the power of this sacred time
Releasing all that doesn't serve me well
Surrendering to the care of myself

In this moment, I'm at peace, oh yeah.

Rob Tyrie
Turn it into a beautiful Beatle song with my lover in it

Breathing in peace, breathing out stress
Feeling the calm, letting go of the mess
With you by my side, my love, I am whole
Breathing in love, breathing out fear
Filling up with light, banishing the dark in here

With every breath, I'm feeling so fine
Trusting in the power of this sacred time
Releasing all that doesn't serve me well
Surrendering to the care of you, my love

In this moment, I'm at peace, oh yeah
Feeling the love, letting go of the pain
Breathing in grace, breathing out shame
In this moment, I'm at peace, oh yeah

With every breath, I'm feeling so fine
Trusting in the power of this sacred time
Releasing all that doesn't serve me well
Surrendering to the care of you, my love

In this moment, I'm at peace, oh yeah.
With you by my side, my love, I am whole.

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Rob Tyrie
Rob Tyrie

Written by Rob Tyrie

Founder, Grey Swan Guild. CEO Ironstone Advisory: Serial Entrepreneur: Ideator, Thinker, Maker, Doer, Decider, Judge, Fan, Skeptic. Keeper of Libraries

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