Best Tips on Staying Calm Under Pressure

Take these 4 steps when feeling overwhelmed

1. The two-step technique

Step 1. Choose a calming focus. Good examples are your breath, a sound, a short prayer, or a positive word. Repeat this as you inhale or exhale.

Step 2. Let go and relax. Don't worry about how you're doing. When you notice your mind has wandered, simply take a deep breath and gently return your attention to your focus.

2. Deep breathing

To practice this technique, begin by finding a comfortable, quiet place to sit or lie down. Start by observing your breath. First take a normal breath, followed by a slow, deep breath. The air coming in through your nose should feel as though it moves downward into your lower belly. Let your abdomen expand fully. Then exhale slowly.

3. Visualization

Put yourself into the imaginary setting by asking yourself what you might see, hear, smell, and feel. If stressful thoughts intrude, observe them objectively, and then refocus on the image.

4. Mindfulness meditation

During mindfulness meditation, you acknowledge distracting thoughts and sensations that may occur. Recognizing and accepting your feelings and thoughts opens the door to examining how they interact. Once you understand that, you can change negative patterns.

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We hope that these 4 simple tips made you feel a little lighter and improved your mood!
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