Deep Breathing: Simple Technique Against Stress

Deep Breathing: Your Portable Anti-Stress

Breathing is the only autonomic body function we can consciously control. This makes it a unique tool for influencing our state. Deep breathing can change blood chemistry and calm raging emotions in just minutes.

Mechanism of Influence

When we’re nervous, our breathing becomes shallow and rapid. This signals the brain about danger. By intentionally slowing breathing and making it deep (diaphragmatic), we send a reverse signal: “Everything is fine, we’re safe.”

“4-7-8” Technique

This is one of the most popular techniques for rapid relaxation:

1. Inhale through the nose for 4 counts.
   
2. Hold breath for 7 counts.
   
3. Exhale slowly through the mouth for 8 counts.
   

Repeat the cycle 4 times.

Breathing in MetaCards Practice

Before starting serious query analysis with cards, it’s recommended to take 3-5 deep breaths and exhalations. This helps “ground,” remove excess mental noise, and focus on the card image.

Conclusion

Your breathing is always with you. Learning to control it gives you the superpower of maintaining calm in any life situation.