One of the easiest ways to stay present is by focusing on the breath. Box breathing takes this life-sustaining action to the next level by adding in a timed element. Box breathing can benefit ...

Therapist LeNaya Smith Crawford, LMFT, who specializes in trauma counseling, told POPSUGAR that trauma can look similar to anxiety and depression, but the "biggest hallmark of trauma is that sensation ...

Now that we’ve learned that chronic stress ages the brain, let’s put what we learned into practice. Join “Try This” host Cristina Quinn as she leads a 5-minute box breathing exercise. For more on ways ...

What’s one simple thing you can do anytime, anywhere, that is scientifically proven to reduce your stress level, improve your mood, and make it easier for you to concentrate? A breathing exercise.

In an age where stress has become a constant companion, military forces have perfected a remarkably effective technique for maintaining composure under pressure. Box breathing, also known as tactical ...

A simple breathing technique called "box breathing" can reduce anxiety and is useful when feeling overwhelmed or stressed. Equal breathing, or "box breathing," is an ancient yoga practice known as ...

You’ve probably heard this before: When you’re anxious or stressed, there are breathing exercises that can help. And even though you’ve heard it before, you probably ignored the idea, because ...

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 ...

Breathing exercises help to strengthen the muscles used for breathing, help with the flow of air, and increase the capacity of the lungs. Their role in improving the function of the lungs, the supply ...

The best breathing exercises include deep breathing, pursed-lip breathing, and the 4-7-8 method. Benefits of breathing exercises include improved focus, reduced anxiety, and better sleep. Practice ...

I love sleeping — getting under the covers and rubbing my feet together like a little cricket before drifting into an easy sleep. Except that last part — drifting into an easy sleep — doesn't always ...