Box breathing

Trace the box, four sides, four counts.

Up the left side as you inhale, across the top as you hold, down the right as you exhale, across the bottom as you hold again. It's the pattern Navy SEALs use before high-pressure moments.

Inhale Hold Exhale Hold
Ready 4

Sit somewhere comfortable, relax your shoulders, and follow the dot around the box. Most people notice a difference after 3–4 full laps.

If your mind won't stop racing

Breathing helps in the moment. For what's underneath it, talking to someone regularly can help more.