Body Twist: Breath
- Verena Hoffmann
- Mar 30
- 1 min read
- Instant Calm for Hectic Days
Ever felt your heart racing before a last-minute client request? Or had your mind spiral before a high-stakes event?
In fast-moving industries like media, events, marketing, and startups, the pressure never stops. Deadlines, expectations, and last-minute changes keep your nervous system on high alert—and that constant stress kills focus, creativity, and decision-making.
The problem? Most people push through, ignoring the signals. But the best leaders? They know how to reset in seconds.
Body Twist: Try this next time stress hits.
Place a hand on your heart.
Inhale through your nose (4 sec) – hold (2 sec) – exhale slowly (6 sec).
Repeat 3 times.
Pro Tip: Use this before a live event, a client pitch, a big creative deadline, or after an intense meeting.
Science-backed stress hack:
Placing your hand on your heart and taking slow breaths activates your vagus nerve, shifting your brain from fight-or-flight to calm and focused.
✅ Lowers cortisol, preventing stress from spiraling into burnout.
✅ Increases clarity, so you make better decisions under pressure.
✅ Regulates emotions, helping you respond—not react.
✅ Keeps creativity alive, so you don’t shut down under stress.
What’s your go-to way to reset under pressure? Let’s share our strategies below!
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