Our inspiration
Inspired by Japan's komusō monks
For centuries, komusō monks played the shakuhachi flute as a breathing meditation: long, slow breaths out. The Zen Anchor borrows that idea and turns it into something you can wear every day.
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The Zen Anchor™ Breathing Necklace
A necklace you breathe through. Three slow breaths take less than a minute.
$98.00
You save $20 compared with buying 2 separately
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- Slows each exhale with a narrow channel
- Designed to be quiet, so you can use it anywhere
- An antique-style pendant you can wear every day
- Pendant about 2 in (50 mm), the length of a AA battery, on a 24 in adjustable chain
Details and materials
- Material: 316L stainless steel with PVD coating
- Pendant: about 2 in (50 mm)
- Chain: 24 in (61 cm), adjustable
- Colors: antique brass tone or antique silver tone
- In the box: a jewelry box, a drawstring pouch and a card
How to use
- Breathe in through your nose for about 4 seconds.
- Lift the pendant to your lips and breathe out slowly through it.
- Repeat 3 times. It takes less than a minute.
Care
Rinse the pendant with warm water and let it dry. Keep it away from perfume and harsh cleaners.
Shipping
Free shipping on every US order. Orders ship within 1–2 business days, and most US orders arrive in 8–13 days. Sets of 2 or 3 ship together in one package.
30-Day Calm Guarantee
If it isn't right for you, email help@lolalan.com within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. You don't need to send it back. One guarantee per customer.
What it's for
“Just breathe” is easy to say
When the day gets loud, most of us hold our breath or rush it. Remembering to slow down is the hard part.
The Zen Anchor gives you something to reach for. Lift the pendant to your lips and breathe out through its narrow channel. The exhale slows down on its own, with no counting.
It looks like any other pendant, so it can stay on all day. No app to open, no battery to charge, no screen to look at.
How to use it
3 slow breaths. Less than a minute.
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Step 1: Breathe in
Breathe in through your nose for about 4 seconds.
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Step 2: Breathe out through the pendant
Lift it to your lips and let the air out slowly. The narrow channel stretches your exhale for you.
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Step 3: Repeat 3 times
Then tuck it back under your collar and carry on with your day.
Why it works
A narrow channel makes each exhale longer
Air can only leave through a small opening, so your breath comes out slower and steadier on its own. No counting, no timer. Just breathe out.
Open mouth
The air rushes out, and the breath is over quickly.
Through the pendant
The air leaves slowly, so the same breath lasts much longer.
Why a slower exhale?
Slow breathing with a long exhale is one of the simplest ways people relax. In a 2023 Stanford study, adults practiced a breathing exercise for 5 minutes a day for about a month. The exercise built around long exhales, called cyclic sighing, improved daily mood more than mindfulness meditation did.
It was a small study, and it didn't test the Zen Anchor. We made the Zen Anchor so the slow exhale is easy to do anywhere.
The Zen Anchor is a breathing tool and a piece of jewelry. It is not a medical device.
When to use it
A pause you can take anywhere
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Before a big meeting
Two slow breaths in the hallway. Nobody notices.
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On the commute
Put the phone away and breathe out instead.
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At bedtime
Three slow breaths, then lights out. No screen needed.
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When the kids are loud
One slow exhale before you answer.
The details
Looks like real jewelry, not a gadget
Most breathing necklaces look like a whistle. This one looks like an antique pendant, with a hammered texture that catches the light. It works with a sweater, a work shirt or a summer dress.
- Antique brass tone
- Antique silver tone
- Hammered texture
- 316L stainless steel
- 24 in adjustable chain
Compare
Why a necklace instead of an app?
| Feature | Zen Anchor | Breathing apps | Plastic breathing tubes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Works without your phone | Yes | No | Yes |
| No notifications or screen time | Yes | No | Yes |
| Looks like jewelry you'd wear anyway | Yes | No | No |
| Helps you slow your exhale | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cost | $59, once | Often a monthly subscription | Usually under $20 |
| 30-day refund, no need to send it back | Yes | Varies | Varies |
In the package
What you get
- The Zen Anchor necklace on a 24 in (61 cm) adjustable chain
- A jewelry box, a drawstring pouch and a card with every necklace
- Sets of 2 or 3 ship together in one package
- Free US shipping and the 30-Day Calm Guarantee
Gifts
One to keep, one to give
Mix brass and silver tones. Each necklace comes in its own jewelry box, and every set ships together in one package.
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The Zen Anchor
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Try it for 30 days
If it isn't right for you, email us within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. You don't need to send it back. One guarantee per customer.
Questions
Is it a medical device?
No. The Zen Anchor is a breathing tool and a piece of jewelry. It does not diagnose or treat any condition.
How do I use it?
Breathe in through your nose for about 4 seconds, then breathe out slowly through the pendant. Repeat 3 times.
Do I breathe in through it?
No. Breathe in through your nose, then breathe out through the pendant. Only your exhale goes through it.
Will people think it's a vape or a whistle?
It has no smoke, no vapor and nothing to inhale. You breathe out through it for a few seconds, then let it hang again. The rest of the time it looks like any other pendant.
Does it make a sound?
It's designed for a quiet exhale, so you can use it in a meeting or on the train.
What if I feel lightheaded?
Stop and breathe normally. Slow breathing should feel easy, so don't force the exhale. If you have a heart or lung condition, ask your doctor before starting any breathing practice.
Why does it cost more than a plastic breathing tube?
It's made to be worn every day: 316L stainless steel with an antique PVD finish, a 24 in adjustable chain, and a jewelry box for every necklace. You pay once, with no subscription.
Is it ready to give as a gift?
Yes. Each necklace comes in its own jewelry box, with a drawstring pouch and a card.
How do I clean it?
Rinse the pendant with warm water and let it dry. Keep it away from perfume and harsh cleaners.
How long is the chain?
24 in (61 cm), adjustable. The pendant is about 2 in (50 mm).
How long does shipping take?
Orders ship within 1–2 business days. Most US orders arrive in 8–13 days. Shipping is free.
What if I don't like it?
Email help@lolalan.com within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. You don't need to send it back. One guarantee per customer.
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