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Controlled breathing
pace of breath

Use this tool to manage your physical reactions to stressful or difficult situations by gaining control of your breathing.

By slowing your breathing rate - the pace at which you breathe in and out - you can feel less stressed and more in control. A slowed breath rate (roughly 10 cycles per minute) can also help you manage racing thoughts and unpleasant emotions.

Note: controlled breathing is safe for most people. However, if you start feeling short of breath, dizzy or more nervous than when you started, adjust your breathing to a more comfortable pace. Alternatively, stop using the tool and go back to breathing normally.

Based on your response, the following tools have been suggested. Continue working through the tools until you feel better.

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