Deep Breathing For AnxietyDeep Breathing For Anxiety
The Mental Health Toolbox Podcast
Two methods for deep breathing for anxiety relief.
9:54•25 Oct 2020
Calm Your Mind: Two Breathing Techniques for Anxiety Relief
“Deep breathing is a quick way to access that rest and digest response and send a message back to our brain that we're safe and secure, we're not in danger.”
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety? Patrick Martin, a seasoned psychotherapist, has just the thing to help you find your calm. In this episode of 'The Mental Health Toolbox Podcast', Patrick introduces two straightforward deep breathing methods designed to ease anxiety. You'll learn about the four-by-four and four-by-eight techniques, both of which are simple enough to practice anytime, anywhere. Patrick breaks down how these methods work by engaging your body's natural relaxation response.
He also offers tips on how to customize these techniques to fit your personal needs and warns about potential lightheadedness some might experience. If you're looking for an accessible and effective way to manage anxiety, this episode is packed with practical advice. Take a deep breath and tune in to discover how you can bring more peace into your life.
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