Breathe in for 5 seconds. Hold your breath for 3 seconds. Now, breathe out for 7 seconds. This gentle 5, 3, 7 repetition gets you out of stress mode and into a state of relaxation. A self-care tool from BWell Saginaw #bwellsaginaw
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#2: Dear stress, let’s break up (FB)
Take a deep breath and hold it as you curl your toes for about 5 seconds. Let your breath go all at once. Repeat with tensing your calves, thighs,...
#3: Focus on one thing… (FB)
A self-care tool from BWell Saginaw #bwellsaginaw
#4: Let your story go (FB)
If you’re feeling anxious, let yourself be anxious for a couple of minutes—then meditate. If you’re feeling angry, let yourself be angry—then listen...
#5: You don’t have to control your thoughts (FB)
Try reframing your thoughts. Take an emotion or stressor and think of it in a different way. If you’re stuck in traffic, rather than letting your...
#6: Self-care is how we take our power back! (FB)
Self-care means taking the time to do things that help us live well and improve our physical and mental health. So, get regular exercise. Eat...
#7: Transform your mindset (FB)
Wake up each day and pick 1-2 of these to transform your mindset: Remember your good deeds. Forgive yourself. Practice gratitude. Spend more time...