Stress Relief Exercises
Explore different techniques to help manage stress and promote relaxation
Box Breathing
A technique used to calm the nervous system. Inhale, hold, exhale, and hold for equal counts.
- Inhale through your nose for 4 seconds
- Hold your breath for 4 seconds
- Exhale through your mouth for 4 seconds
- Hold your breath for 4 seconds
- Repeat the cycle
4-7-8 Breathing
A breathing pattern that can help reduce anxiety and help you get to sleep quickly.
- Inhale through your nose for 4 seconds
- Hold your breath for 7 seconds
- Exhale through your mouth for 8 seconds
- Repeat the cycle
Deep Breathing
Simple deep breathing to activate the parasympathetic nervous system.
- Inhale deeply through your nose for 5 seconds
- Exhale slowly through your mouth for 5 seconds
- Repeat the cycle