Breath Tool: Diaphragmatic Breathing
Diaphragmatic breathing, also known as belly breathing, can be a helpful tool in reducing stress, anxiety, and promoting a sense of calm and grounding. The practice involves breathing deeply, using the diaphragm muscle to expand the abdomen, which increases oxygen intake and can calm the nervous system.
How to deep breathe:
Find a comfortable position. You can sit or lie down, making sure your back is supported.
Put one hand on your chest and the other on your stomach.
Breathe in through your nose. The hand on your stomach should rise. The hand on your chest should move very little.
Exhale through your mouth, pushing out as much air as you can while contracting your abdominal muscles.
Continue to breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth for 8-10 rounds.
Benefits:
Helps improve oxygen intake
Lowers stress
Stabilizes blood pressure
This method aims to promote deeper and more efficient breathing, potentially offering various benefits like stress reduction and improved respiratory function.