In these exercises you inhale deeply and exhale making a ‘sch’ sound. Your belly will rise and expand like a bubble on inhale, which is why it is called ‘cow belly’ breath. These practices are particularly beneficial for warming up your vocal chords. You might use it before singing practice or before giving a speech […]

In this exercise, you are timing different stages of your breath, i.e. inhale, pause and exhale, to follow the 4-7-8 pattern. This way of breathing helps you to calm down, promotes relaxation and is believed to encourage sleep. It is best to complete this exercise while you are sitting or lying down. Try to repeat […]

In this exercise, you are tensing the muscles in your hand and focusing on removing your negative feelings. You can do this exercise using a small, smooth pebble that fits in your hand comfortably, or just use your fist. Once you practice this exercise regularly, you can use it when faced with moments of stress. […]