Calm down quickly and build mental composure
This breathing practice is a powerful stress management tool that calms the nervous system very quickly.
Stress Less builds your ability to stay composed and think clearly, even as the demands increase.
If you're under a lot of pressure, it's important to consciously calm your nervous system. For most people, the Stress Less practice does this quickly and effectively.
Notice how you feel after this short brain-training practice.
This practice is particularly helpful –
• After an experience that you found stressful, upsetting or agitating
• Before or after an experience that triggers your stress response
• Before bed to improve the quality of your sleep
• To steadily build mental composure so that you remain calm under pressure
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