There is a long list of stressors in the world right now and you have some in your own life too, but at least you can do something for your own stress and anxiety. You know that I like to help young adults as much as I can, so since learning to breathe has helped me a lot, I choose to share a few exercises with you and I created a colorful poster too.
In fact, how you breathe can affect your heart rate, blood pressure, and nervous system, all of which play a role in your body’s anxiety and stress levels. So deep breaths is the fastest way to get to a physiologically zen state. Don't wait to be in a stressful situation to try a new way of breathing, practice it everyday. If you allow 3 to 5 minutes at it before you start your day, you set the tone for your entire day. And a second practice at bedtime will help you feel calm for sleep.
Here are 3 exercises that you can try (from womenshealthmag.com):
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Breathing through your nostrils instead of your mouth is one tactic that can help you breathe more deeply and slow down the breath.
Find a comfortable seated position.
Inhale through your nose for four seconds.
Pause for a moment.
Exhale through your nose for four seconds
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4-7-8 Breathing can help you relax your nervous system and work through stress, since you breathe out and focus on your breath for twice as long as you’re breathing in.
Sit in a chair or comfortable position.
Start by completely exhaling out of your mouth.
Inhale into your nose for four seconds.
Hold that breath for seven seconds.
Exhale out of your mouth for eight seconds.
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The Box Breathing Relaxation Technique is presented in this clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEmt1Znux58
Try it and have a happy back-to-school or back-to-work season!
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