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Walking

Walking, especially with a focused mind, is wonderful for reducing stress. A good way to begin is by focusing while you walk, for a short length of time, such as 5 to 10 minutes. During this time you may focus on your breath, the sound of your footsteps, or the image of yourself achieving a goal that you want to accomplish.

Sitting Quietly and Breathing

If you are not able to get outside to walk, sitting quietly and focusing on your breathing is helpful. At first begin with a few minutes and then gradually increase the length of time up to 30 minutes. As you sit quietly you may simply focus on the inhalation and exhalation of your breath as it flows in and out of your body. You may want to try counting your breaths to help you stay focused. For example you might say to yourself as you breathe in, “in one, two, three” and then as you breathe out, “out one, two, three.”

Write Down Those Thoughts

Another exercise for times when you are worried, stressed, and overwhelmed by a list of things you need to do, is to write everything that is swirling in your head down on paper. Then pick one manageable thing to do, which once it is complete, will help you to feel better. Once this item is accomplished, focus on this good feeling of completion and acknowledge yourself for what you have done, instead of dwelling on what you have not done.

Deb Barnett, Ph.D. www.ManifestingWellBeing.com 

 “Manifesting Well Being for Health and Success”