Whether the circumstance is little or big, you are likely to find that at times you don’t have control over an unpleasant situation or event. At such times, it helps to have some tools to help you navigate the troubled waters without engaging in unhealthy behaviors. Big, negative emotions eventually pass. You can use the […]
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Breathing for Relaxation – Square Breathing
Square breathing is a relaxation exercise you can use to relax before bed, reduce stress at work, calm down after a stressful situation or when feeling anxious, prepare for a stressful situation, and more. It can be done anywhere! How to do square breathing: 1. Begin by slowly exhaling all air out of your lungs. […]
A Simple Relaxation Exercise
Relaxation helps counter the physiological effects of the fight-or-flight response, which we can find ourselves experiencing in anxious states. Progressive muscle relaxation helps reduce muscle tension associated with anxiety. To practice this skill, sit comfortably with your eyes closed. Working from your legs upward, systematically tense and relax each major muscle group. Hold the tension […]