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“Just breathe.” Depending on how stressed you might be, hearing those words may not be well received. Enter box breathing! It's a proactive breathing exercise aimed to help you regulate your nervous system. . Box breathing is a common breathing...
14:54•27 Feb 2021
Mastering Calm: Box Breathing for Healthcare Heroes
“If you struggle with an anxious mind, a depressed mind, a worried mind, any type of purposeful breath work is recommended.”
Feeling overwhelmed and stressed out is almost a given in the healthcare industry. But what if there was a simple technique to help you regain control? In this episode of 'Is This All There Is?', Todd Brossart introduces box breathing, a mindfulness practice used by Navy Seals and recovery programs to help regulate the nervous system.
Drawing from his experience as the lead facilitator of a mindfulness group at the Veterans Administration, Todd explains how this method can be a game-changer for healthcare providers. Picture drawing a box in your mind and following your breath to the count of four—it's that straightforward. Towards the end of the episode, Todd even guides you through a brief box breathing exercise, making it easy to follow along.
He also shares a poignant quote from 'The Five Invitations' by Frank Ostaseski, emphasizing the importance of letting go of old patterns to welcome new possibilities. If you're a healthcare worker seeking practical ways to manage stress and take care of yourself, this episode offers invaluable insights and hands-on guidance.
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