Take 10 deep belly breaths

Breathe into your belly slowly, ten times.

Why it helps

Slow belly breathing can make your body feel calmer and more relaxed. It is easy to do anywhere.

How to do it

1. Sit or lie with one hand on your belly.
2. Breathe in through your nose, letting your belly rise.
3. Breathe out slowly. Repeat ten times.

Make it easier

Do five breaths.

Make it harder

Extend each breath to six counts in and eight out.

Stop if you feel dizzy.