Happiness Hacks
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Why invest in self-regulation?
We all face challenges or stressors that we may not have control over... life throws stress at everyone and sometimes at the worst of times!
Coping Skills and Self-Care are tactics that work together to help you self-regulate & build resilience.
Tips & Tricks to Reduce Stress & Intense Emotions in the Moment
5-4-3-2-1
5 things you can see: Your hands, the sky, a plant on your teacher’s desk
4 things you can physically feel: Your feet on the ground, a fidget toy, rolling a pencil on the table
3 things you can hear: Pencil sharpener, a bird chirping, your breath
2 things you can smell: Fresh-cut grass, a classmates coffee
1 thing you can taste: Your cold Boba or sports drink, a snack from your bag
Box Breathing: For square or box breathing is very simple to learn and practice. In fact, if you've ever noticed yourself inhaling and exhaling to the rhythm of a song, you're already familiar with this type of paced breathing. It goes like this:
Exhale to a count of four.
Hold your lungs empty for a four-count.
Inhale to a count of four.
Hold the air in your lungs for a count of four.
Exhale and begin the pattern anew.
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