Calm Down

Keeping calm during hardships is a difficult practice to inherit. It’s important to teach yourself this skill because you’ll be able to cope with unwarranted situations.

Calm Your Body

1 –  Breathe slowly. Inhale through your nose for three seconds, hold for five seconds, and then exhale through your nose for three seconds.

2 – Relax your shoulders. Slowly roll your shoulders back three or four times, using as much range of motion as you can. Then, roll them forward. Repeat as often as you need.

3 – Tune out. Lie flat on your back and close your eyes. You can listen to soothing music or simply enjoy the silence.

Calm Your Mind

1 – Stay positive. Cultivating a happy attitude can help you remember the good times and let go of things that you cannot control.

2 – Try a new perspective. Think about the situation from a different angle that doesn’t result in you being so stressed.

3 – Try meditation or prayer. Even if you’re not religious, you can find great peace through purposely focusing on silencing your consciousness. Find a place where you can be alone and focus on yourself.

4 – Don’t beat yourself up. If you’re having a bad day, look at yourself in the mirror and tell yourself good things. Say, “You are smart, beautiful/handsome” to boost your confidence. Indulge in your favorite dessert, take a warm bath, or schedule some leisure time for your hobbies.

5 – Take control. Convince yourself that you are in charge of your own choices and perception. You have the power to control the way you feel — don’t waste it.

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