Stress: 5 simple breathing techniques to find calm in minutes

The article presents five simple breathing techniques to reduce stress: abdominal breathing (inhale through the nose, expanding the belly, exhale through the mouth), the 4-7-8 method (inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7 seconds, exhale for 8 seconds), and alternate nostril breathing (inhale through one nostril, exhale through the other). These exercises affect the nervous system, slow down the heart rate, and require no equipment. They can be done at home, at the office, or in transit.