This Calm Breathing Technique Will Reduce Your Anxiety!
Calm breathing is a technique that many people have found to be life-saving in stressful situations. Although stress can help us focus better at times, too much of it is likely to make us feel faint, unwell, or even hyperventilate. This is harmful to our health, in turn making it more difficult for us to concentrate on our important tasks. This breathing exercise will only take a few minutes of your time - watch the video below to learn how to do it!
Were you ever in a stressful situation that you couldn't handle?
Rapid heartbeat, hyperventilation---- we have all been there.
There's a simple technique that can help manage your anxiety, slow down your breathing, and leave you feeling calmer in these situations.
This technique is called calm breathing and it involves taking smooth, slow breaths.
It requires no equipment, only a few simple steps--
Preparation- you can do this breathing exercise standing up, sitting on a chair that supports your back, or lying down. Ideally you are sitting or standing without slouching.
If you're sitting down, place your hands on the arms of the chair or on your lap- whichever position you choose, your feet should be placed hip distance apart.
HOW TO DO IT.-
1. Breathe in slowly through your nose and let the air flow into the belly for about 4 seconds.
2. Hold your breath for 1-2 seconds.
3. Exhale gently through the mouth for 4 seconds,
4. Pause for a few seconds before taking a second breath.
5. Keep doing this for 3-5 minutes.
This breathing exercise will prevent you from experiencing the weakness and the tingling situation you get when you're stressed.
You can even try this exercise when you're feeling calm.
It will serve as a practice for situations in which you may need it. Try it now.