Design: Deep Breath

Do you feel like you need a little reminder to take a deep breath sometimes? Maybe, all the time? This mug is here to help! Each mug is deeply engraved on both sides, so you can feel the graphics no matter how you hold them.

Two of our original breathing designs have been engraved into the surface of each cozy mug, exposing the original stoneware so that it lasts and lasts. You can feel the graphics even with your eyes closed, so their soothing presence will be with you any time you need to slow down. Each sandcarved individually in our home studio. A thoughtful gift to aid in mindful meditation, this quality piece is solid and dishwasher safe.

Each mug will have the Spiral graphic on one side and the Circle "square breathing" loop with the triangle and sun graphic on the other. You can leave a note at checkout requesting two of the same design, or specific placement if you'd like.

Mindful Breathing Instructions:

• Read this blog post with a video of how to use your Deep Breath Mug.
• Trace your fingers slowly over the smaller spiral while you breath in, then let it out while you follow the larger spiral. Repeat.
• For "square breathing", trace the outer circle of the design with the triangle. Starting at the top dot, move counter-clockwise very slowly while breathing in deeply. At the next dot, hold your breath for the short distance to the bottom dot. Slowly release your breath during the long distance to the third dot. Then hold your empty breath until you reach the top again.

Square breathing is especially helpful when my head needs clearing during a moment of panic or high stress. Any breathing exercise that encourages you to breathe slowly and deliberately could produce a sense of calm well-being. Try out different speeds and techniques to see what works best for you!

All our mugs are made of glazed ceramic, making them dishwasher-safe and microwave-safe. Camp mugs hold up to 15oz, Standard mugs hold up to 16oz.