Relaxation Techniques: Breath Control Helps Quell Errant Stress Response

Stress is a part of our lives. And the more you feel stress, the more ill-effects you can experience in your physical well-being. One easy way to fight against stress is to practice breath focus on a daily basis.

Breath focus helps you concentrate on slow, deep breathing and aids you in disengaging from distracting thoughts and sensations. For just 10-20 minutes each day, breath control can help bring many health benefits to your life.

In the article "Relaxation Techniques: Breath Control Helps Quell Errant Stress Response," Harvard Medical School offers tips on how and why you should be focusing on your breathing.