Stress & General Anxiety
Short, paced breathing and focus tools to lower arousal, settle the body, and clear thinking. Educational information only; not medical advice.
What you may notice
- Racing thoughts, muscle tension, shallow breathing
- Irritability, poor focus, trouble winding down
Helpful techniques
- Box Breathing — equal counts calm the stress system.
- Coherent 5-5 — supports heart-rate variability stability.
- SOS-60 — quick reset if you have only one minute.
Quick plan (today)
- Do Box Breathing for 3 minutes.
- Walk for 5–10 minutes with slow nasal breathing.
- Set a reminder to repeat after lunch and evening.
When to get more help
If symptoms persist, affect your daily life, or you’re worried about your safety, contact a qualified professional or local services. These tools can complement, not replace, professional care.