I am so excited to guide you through three simple breath exercises to regulate your nervous system. This is most helpful when anxiety strikes during inopportune times and you need quick solutions. As a trauma certified yoga expert I love bringing practical applications for anxiety reduction and prevention to build a more peaceful life.
In our shared journey towards awakening and healing at Wake Wellness, I've come to deeply understand the nuances of our body's responses to stress. My Personal Journey with Somatic Exercises
When you want to flee your life, or a difficult situation, and escape all the stress. Instead of running away from your emotions or numbing them take a moment to ground your nervous system response.
Hit the Panic Button.
*When you feel an anxiety attack coming on and panic is taking over your body and mind reach for this somatic exercise to down regulate your nervous system.*
4 Mindful Movement Practices to Relieve Anxiety
Mindful movement can help alleviate anxiety and stress. Here are our favorite exercises to do when we are experiencing dysregulation. In our recent blog “Finding Balance in the Midst of Flight,” Alix talks about some nervous healing exercises that help her find balance and presence when she finds herself in flight mode, including mindful walking and connecting with the Earth. These are just two of several mindful movement practices that have been found to decrease and relieve anxiety. Here, we share some additional exercises for anxiety you can add to your routine. And, of course, along with these practices, we also recommend speaking to a licensed professional if you are experiencing anxiety.