WELLNESS AT WORK & RESILIENCE: BREATHING PART TWO

Tried and tested techniques

 

Breathing techniques are simple, yet effective tools that can be used to promote emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing. Here are some of the most popular breathing techniques used for wellbeing:

 

1. Diaphragmatic Breathing: This technique involves breathing deeply into the diaphragm, which helps to activate the relaxation response and reduce stress.

 

2. 4-7-8 Breathing: Also known as “relaxing breath,” this technique involves inhaling for 4 counts, holding the breath for 7 counts, and exhaling for 8 counts. This can help to calm the mind and reduce stress and anxiety.

 

3. Alternate Nostril Breathing: This technique involves alternating the breath between the left and right nostrils, which can help to balance the nervous system and promote emotional balance.

 

4. Belly Breathing: This technique involves breathing deeply into the belly, which helps to activate the relaxation response and reduce stress.

 

5. Box Breathing: Also known as “square breathing,” this technique involves inhaling for 4 counts, holding the breath for 4 counts, exhaling for 4 counts, and holding for 4 counts. This can help to calm the mind and reduce stress and anxiety.

 

6. Progressive Muscle Relaxation: This technique involves tensing and relaxing different muscle groups, which can help to reduce stress and anxiety, and improve overall wellbeing.

 

7. Guided Meditation: This technique involves following a guided meditation, which can help to calm the mind and promote emotional balance.

 

8. Visualization: This technique involves visualizing a peaceful and relaxing scenario, which can help to calm the mind and promote emotional balance.

 

These are just some of the most popular breathing techniques used for emotional, physical and mental wellbeing.

 

By incorporating some of these techniques into your daily routine, you can promote overall wellbeing, reduce stress and anxiety, and improve your mental and emotional resilience.