Quick Slow Down To Catch Your Breath

When you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, busy and rushing around drowning in stress, this quick meditation drops you right into a few moments of awareness and relaxation. Repeat as many times as necessary to clam yourself down in times of chaos.

Transcript

Pause wherever you are. Let your shoulders drop. Even just a little. Unclench your jaw. Place one hand on your chest or on your belly. And remind yourself, I am here. I can slow down. Take a gentle breath in through your nose. And then let it out slowly through your mouth. Again, Breathe in. And breathe out. Do not force the breath. But just let each exhale be a little bit longer than the inhale. Feeling your feet on the floor or the support beneath your body. Look around and notice one thing that you can see. Listen and notice one thing you can hear. One thing you can feel. Allow these simple anchors to bring you back to the now. Here in this moment. And then say quietly to yourself. I do not have to rush this moment. I can take one breath and then the next. I am safe enough to pause. And then I can begin again from here. You can return anytime. You're just looking for a moment. To catch your breath.