Breathe slowly through your nose for two minutes

Keep your mouth closed and make each breath quiet and even.

Why it helps

Quiet nose breathing tends to slow the pace of everything else. It is easy to do almost anywhere.

How to do it

1. Close your mouth gently.
2. Breathe in and out through your nose, quietly.
3. Keep each breath smooth for two minutes.

Make it easier

Do it for one minute.

Make it harder

Do it while walking.

Stop if you feel uncomfortable or dizzy.