How the Way You Breathe Is Ruining Your Emotional State
27, Feb 2025
This happens because breathing is connected to your nervous system. When you breathe rapidly, your body interprets that you are in danger, activating the fight or flight response. This constant state of alert drains your energy and affects your emotional well-being.
Signs That You Are Breathing Poorly
- Short and shallow
breathing: You feel that you only use your chest to breathe.
- Frequent sighing: It
is a sign that your body is trying to compensate for the lack of oxygen.
- Tension in the neck or
shoulders: Indicates that you are not using your diaphragm correctly.
- Feeling of suffocation
or anxiety: Rapid breaths that increase agitation.
How to Improve Your Breathing and Regain Your
Emotional Balance
Conscious breathing is a powerful tool to calm your
mind and body:
- Breathe: Inhale
through your nose for 4 seconds, hold for 2, and exhale through your mouth
for 6 seconds.
- Focus on the
diaphragm: Feel how your abdomen expands when you inhale, instead of
raising your shoulders.
- Take daily breaks:
Dedicate 5 minutes to conscious breathing.
Adjusting your way of breathing transforms your
mood, but if you feel that stress or anxiety does not subside, it is time to
seek help. With our guidance, you will learn techniques to regulate your
emotional system and regain your well-being.
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