Tranqualitiy Is As Close As Your Breathe

Breathing is powerful!  It’s not only the way you
keep your body functioning, but you can use
breathing as a major influencing factor on your state
of mind.  Breathing exercises harness the power of
breathing and turn it into a very effective and natural
stress relief technique.  Most of us don't breathe
deeply enough, but the simple act of breathing
correctly can help you reduce stress and tension.  Learning to relax doesn't have to be difficult. Try some simple techniques to get started on your way to tranquility and the health benefits it provides.Relaxed breathing
Have you ever noticed how you breathe when you're stressed? Stress typically causes rapid, shallow breathing. This kind of breathing sustains other aspects of the stress response, such as rapid heart rate and perspiration. If you can get control of your breathing, the spiraling effects of acute stress will automatically become less intense. Relaxed breathing, also called diaphragmatic breathing, can help you.
Practice this basic technique twice a day, every day, and whenever you feel tense. Follow these steps:
▪ Inhale. With your mouth closed and your shoulders relaxed, inhale as slowly and deeply as you can to the count of six. As you do that, push your stomach out. Allow the air to fill your diaphragm.
▪ Hold. Keep the air in your lungs as you slowly count to four.
▪ Exhale. Release the air through your mouth as you slowly count to six.
▪ Repeat. Complete the inhale-hold-exhale cycle three to five times.