Breathe in. Breathe out. Repeat the process in an unhurried manner. When you want to calm your nervous system, mindful breathing is a proven way to relieve stress and control anxiety.

In fact, it’s clear that mindful breathing is one of the most powerful tools available to calm ourselves down. Best of all, it is something we can do again and again.

Try these mindful breathing techniques to help you relax:

  1. Find a comfortable place to sit
  2. Close your eyes
  3. Focus on the sensation of inhalation
  4. Transition gently between inhalation and exhalation
  5. Focus on the sensation of exhalation
  6. Let thoughts pass with kindness and compassion
  7. Re-focus on your breath if mind wanders
  8. Repeat for as long as you wish

Mindful breathing can do wonders to help you relieve stress. The more you do it, the better you will feel.