6 ways to calm your nervous system fast

6 ways to calm your nervous system fast. Simple, science-backed resets when stress spikes.

• Slow breathing. Longer exhales than inhales shift you toward the calm branch of the nervous system. Source: NCCIH (NIH) ↗
• Short walk. A few minutes of movement lowers tension and clears the head. Source: CDC ↗
• Step outside. Time in nature and daylight is linked with lower stress. Source: CDC ↗
• Muscle release. Tense then relax each muscle group to unwind body tension. Source: NCCIH (NIH) ↗
• Brief mindfulness. A few minutes of focused attention eases the stress response. Source: NCCIH (NIH) ↗
• Reach out. A quick connection with someone you trust buffers stress. Source: CDC ↗

⚠️ General relaxation techniques from NCCIH — not a treatment for anxiety disorders.

Sources

• NCCIH (NIH)
• CDC

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