In modern life, stress is on our heels. We know that nerve cells do not regenerate, but there is nothing we can do, circumstances often turn out to be superior to us. As a result, we again get nervous, upset, annoyed, explode. We know of some ways to become calmer and more balanced - this is a visit to a psychologist, special diets, meditation and other elements of yoga. All this takes time, patience, and sometimes a lot of money. But there are simple tricks that can be done on the go and you can learn to be calmer.
Instructions
Step 1
Breathe correctly. This is the easiest and most affordable way. Have you noticed? - when you are experiencing emotional stress, your breathing becomes rapid, confused, you literally choke. With severe stress, even a short-term loss of consciousness is possible. The fact is that at such moments the brain requires more oxygen - give it such an opportunity by changing the nature of breathing. Inhale slowly and deeply. Try to start inhaling from your abdomen, then lift your diaphragm and finally your chest. Count mentally to 3 and exhale in reverse order - first the chest, then the diaphragm and finally the abdomen. Repeat this exercise several times as circumstances permit. The outburst of anger or anxiety will become less acute and painful.
By the way, it is on the breathing exercise that such a method of quick calming is based, as counting to 10. As long as you count, your breathing evens out. That's the whole secret.
Step 2
At the moment of the greatest irritation, try to lower your voice at least half a tone. Psychologists say that a calm voice comes exclusively from a calm body. A quiet voice is essentially a brake that blocks the triggers that lead us to stress and nervous overload. This means that by changing the voice, as well as by changing the breathing, one can also regulate the degree of emotional stress. Everyone knows, for example, how much more obedient and calmer children become if, in communicating with them, they go from shouting to a soft, quiet voice.
Step 3
Stop. Slow down your run. Give yourself at least a minute to reflect on life. The one that passes by you while you rotate in the whirlwind of everyday life, full of anxiety, worries and fears. In a moment of respite from the hustle and bustle, you will see that you are surrounded by a lot of interesting things. Flowers, sky, stars, birdsong and dew on the grass. Anything that cannot be nervous or annoying. Remember that there are many good things in your life - your health, family, loved one, home, dog, your favorite book, finally. Instead of getting angry and anxious, calm down and thank fate for what you have.
Step 4
Limit the amount of information you consume every day. An overabundance of information brings confusion to your head, and with it anxiety and irritation. It is necessary to reduce the number of viewed newspapers and websites, television channels. The world will not suffer from this (yours included), but the order in the head will be added. And with him and calm.
Step 5
Smile. Even when you are pissed off or very agitated. A smile tends to turn from tortured to sincere. It has long been known that a person physically cannot remain angry or depressed while wearing the mask of a cheerful person. More positive and optimistic, and no amount of anxiety can break through.
