#8 A Peaceful Pause
Breath to Soothe the Stress Response
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Welcome to this month’s edition of A Peaceful Pause, which is a guided Box Breathing practice. It’s one of the tips I shared earlier this month here.
Box Breathing has been shown to be effective in reducing the physical symptoms of stress among a number of other benefits.
Just a few instances where you might choose to use this breath practice include:
When facing a high stress situation
As a pause or reset during your day
When preparing for sleep
To invite calm when feeling overwhelmed
When preparing for a big meeting or presentation
Would you like to experience practices like this with me in-person? Join me in November:
Rest + Restore on Friday 10th November 7-8.30pm at Embody Wellness, Vauxhall. Details via the Embody Wellness workshops & events page here.
The Rest Sessions – A Rest + Calm Mini-Retreat on Saturday 25th November 2.30-4.45pm at Yoga Point, Brixton. Find details and book your place here.
Here’s your guided Breath to Soothe the Stress Response (8mins 37):
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