“Hi! I got my Shift earlier this month. So far, it's been helpful with my anxiety disorders (mainly social, generalized, & health anxiety). Often times in anxious situations, I forget to breath. And when I mean breath, I forget to go on a slow breathing cycle to calm myself down. It's simply the last thing I think about, or it's rather easier said than done sometimes.
Having the Shift around my neck reminds me to just breath in that normal cycle. It also allows me to feel more comfortable, because if I need it, or I need to just breath, it's already around my neck so I don't need to do much worrying. For me, the Shift helps me get back on that normal breathing cycle, and it takes around five inhales and exhales through the Shift to start it's magic.
It's not a miracle, but it's a lesson, a technique that we often forget in life. But yeah, totally try it out. If it doesn't work for you, keep trying! There's a guide that you get, make sure you read it. It won't work instantly, it takes time to slow your breath depending on how anxious you are. Totally worth a try though, it's helpful!”
“Such a great little physical reminder to take a breath and relax during the day. Daily stress affects everyone in many different ways so this is something that anyone can benefit from. I see a lot of naysayers saying "how is this different from breathing through a straw?" or "Just purse your lips and it's the same thing." I can't tell you enough how wrong they are. The necklace is super trendy and way more stylish than wearing a McDonalds straw around your neck. I find breathing through the Komuso much more effective than simply breathing out through pursed lips. All-in-all I've had a great experience with this. Although it is a little pricey, I have no reservations about supporting a family-owned business during these troubling times and spending money on something that will improve one's mental health. Buy it and see for yourself!”
