Breathe it through.

A deep breath can help calm stress.

Just breathe.

Place your hand on your heart. Is your heart rate fast, slow, or pretty normal? If you are experiencing stress, you may notice an increased heart rate. Taking a few big breaths into your chest and stomach can help your body relax.

Taking deep breaths through your nose helps calm your body’s stress response. You can practice soothing breaths by expanding your belly to inhale through your nose and then slowly exhale through your nose, noticing the air leaving your belly.