The Science of Stillness
Stillwave translates research on breathing and mindfulness into a simple 3-minute practice. No exaggerated claims—just a thoughtful, transparent approach.
Breathwork: The Foundation
Research on slow breathing—often defined as fewer than 10 breaths per minute—reports changes in physiological and psychological measures, although techniques and individual responses vary.
View the systematic review →Stillwave uses slow, gentle breathing cues without presenting one pace as a guaranteed medical result.
Brief Practices Can Be Useful
A randomized study comparing five-minute daily breathing exercises with mindfulness meditation found improved mood across the groups, with some breathing practices also reducing respiratory rate.
View the PubMed record →- Stillwave’s format: Three minutes is a practical product choice designed to make beginning easier.
- Important: The five-minute research does not prove that every three-minute session produces the same outcome.
The Moon: Reflection, Not Biology
While the moon dictates the tides and influences Earth’s water and animal rhythms, there is not strong scientific evidence at this point in time to support a direct link between moon phases and human mood.
At Stillwave, we use the lunar cycle as a symbolic tool for narrative reflection—a natural clock to prompt themes like setting intentions or practicing release.
Our Ethical Commitment
In an industry often filled with pseudoscience, Stillwave promises to stay grounded in transparency and evidence-based practices.
- We say: “Slow breathing may reduce stress and anxiety.”
- We avoid: “This app cures medical conditions” or clinical celestial claims.
Moments of Pure Stillness
Glimpses of quiet waters, forest bathing, and gentle mindfulness cues from our daily practice.
