Box breathing, also known as square breathing, is a technique used when taking slow, deep breaths. It’s also called four-square breathing. This technique can be beneficial to anyone, especially those ...

It’s one of the first things parents and teachers tell a child who gets upset: “Take a deep breath.” But research into the effect of deep breathing on the body’s stress response has overwhelmingly ...

In today's fast-paced world, stress and anxiety have become common issues affecting mental and physical well-being. Deep ...

A yoga class at Palisades Park in Pacific Beach. (File photo by Thomas Melville/Times of San Diego) Have you ever been advised to take deep breaths to calm down in moments of panic, stress or anxiety?

When it comes to taking care of yourself, your breath is a hugely powerful tool. But then why is it that breathing deeply may feel unnatural to us? Well, one reason could be that we live in a culture ...

Insomnia is a common problem. You may find it hard to fall asleep or stay asleep, or you may wake up too early and not be able to go back to sleep. Certain breathing techniques can help you relax and ...

If you’ve ever been stressed or anxious (let's be honest, that's all of us at some point), you’ve probably been told to take a deep breath. In the moment, it can be hard to do. Especially if you’re ...

In the fast-paced world we live in, stress and anger often seem like unavoidable parts of daily life. These emotions can arise from various situations—traffic jams, workplace conflicts, or even ...

Have you ever tried to “just take a deep breath” and found that it does absolutely nothing for you? Deep diaphragmatic breathing is truly one of the easiest, most effective ways to reduce the impact ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. author of Chained to the Desk in a Hybrid World: A Guide to Balance. Breathing is something most of us take for granted because it ...

It’s 8:58 a.m. and I’ve signed into the testing center to take the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP), a daunting standardized test that decides whether you can be licensed as ...