Anxiety and breathing exercise: Best practices?

Hi @ColHenry,

Thank you so much for reaching out and sharing what you're going through. I'm so sorry to hear about this stress you're facing, but it's honestly amazing that you're looking for healthier ways to manage it instead of turning to smoking. And you're right, breathing exercises can be extremely effective for dealing with anxiety, and it's no doubt a great place to start.

Some of our members might have missed this discussion, so I’m tagging a few folks who might have some great suggestions: 

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In the meantime, I'd love to hear from everyone—what are some breathing exercises or techniques that have helped you manage anxiety? Do you have any simple routines that you practice at home? Are there any other activities or strategies that help you stay grounded during tough times?

Looking forward to hearing everyone’s thoughts. Your input could be very helpful!

Take care,

Somya from the Carenity team 🌼