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Taking control of your breath can be a superpower during stressful moments. When you feel stressed or anxious, your breathing often becomes fast and shallow, which can make you feel even more nervous.
By taking slow, deep breaths, you can calm your body and mind. Deep breaths send a signal to your brain that everything is okay, helping to reduce feelings of anxiety and stress. It's like giving yourself a mini time-out to reset and feel more in control.
Below, you will find some visual aids for breathing - try them out when you are feeling calm, so that when you feel stressed you already know how to use these tools!
Starting when the light is in the centre, breathe in for as long as you can.
Hold your breath until the light crosses the centre again.
Breathe out for as long as you can.
Hold your breath until the light crosses the centre again.
Repeat 5 - 7 times.
Breathe in while the shape expands.
Breathe out while the shape collapses.
Repeat 5 - 7 times.
Breathe in while the circle grows.
Breathe out while the circle shrinks.
Repeat 5 - 7 times.
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