How to Breathe when Stressed

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Know the symptoms of being stressed.

   They are:
   If you get a headache while arguing or thinking about things.
   
   If you have a hard time going to sleep because you have many things on your mind.
   
   If you are in school, or having a test/exam, and you can’t concentrate. , If you are at school, work, or any other public place, stay in your current position or whatever comfortable position that won't draw attention. ,,,
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   Step 2: Sit or lie down

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   Step 3: your choice.

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   Step 4: Inhale slowly and say to yourself “I am...”

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   Step 5: Exhale slowly and say to yourself “relaxed.”

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   Step 6: Exhale deeply

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   Step 7: contracting your stomach.

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   Step 8: Inhale slowly as you expand your abdomen

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   Step 9: then your chest

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    Step 10: and finally raise your shoulders towards your ears.

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    Step 11: Hold for a few seconds.

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    Step 12: Exhale by releasing your shoulders

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    Step 13: relaxing chest and contracting your stomach.

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    Step 14: Repeat as desired.

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