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Is Lockdown Making You Anxious? Breathing Techniques To Ease It

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Pooja Suryavanshi

The rising cases of covid-19 and death due to it is very concerning. It is causing anxiety in peoples, and those with depression and anxiety are facing more issues. Lockdown is fueling this anxiety, and conditions can become worse. But breathing techniques can ease stress and make things better.

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Here are a few techniques of breathing that will help you keep calm during a lockdown.

Breathing Techniques To Stay Calm

Square Breathing

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You can try square breathing by following these steps:

  • First, find a place where you can comfortably sit
  • Then inhale through the nose, count to 3
  • Exhale and again count to 3

Skull Shining Breath

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Alternate Nostril Breathing

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One of the effective breathing techniques to relax quickly is this one. Those who are feeling exhausted must use this method. First of all, relax your body and inhale. Do it slowly till count 2. However, keep the mouth close and make a whistleblowing posture using lips. Now, exhale slowly till count to four.

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So, these were some of the breathing techniques that will keep you calm during the lockdown. Till the lockdown ends, eat healthy, exercise, and stay safe.

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