Managing Your Stress During the Holidays and Beyond: Tip #20 – Just Breathe

Did you know that when we get stressed, we tend to hold our breath? Have you ever noticed that? Make a point to tune into your breath regularly during this time of year…when you’re waiting in lines buying those holiday gifts, when you’re searching for parking spots at the mall, or when you’re stuck in traffic. Here’s some tips:

• Breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth three times.
• Then, breathe in and hold it for two seconds.
• Then, breathe out and hold it for two seconds.

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