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Strategies for calming the body

Box breathing

A simple technique to help regulate your breathing and calm the nervous system by inhaling, holding, and exhaling for equal counts.

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Grounding exercise

Connect with your immediate surroundings to bring focus back to the present moment using the 5-4-3-2-1 method.

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Progressive muscle relaxation

Slowly tense and release different muscle groups throughout the body to recognise and reduce physical tension.

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Butterfly hug

A gentle self-soothing method to assist in emotional regulation and calming through alternating rhythmic tapping.

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