01A01 – Assignment 2: Stress Pause Check-In
Assignment 2: Stress Pause Check-In
Objective: Use diaphragmatic breathing to manage real-life stress in the moment.
Instructions:
When you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally triggered during your day, pause and do the following:
- Step away or sit still, if possible.
- Take three slow diaphragmatic breaths (inhale through your nose, expand your belly, exhale slowly through your mouth).
- Mentally check in with yourself:
- What were you feeling before the pause?
- What do you feel now?
- What will you do next, now that you’re more centered?
How It Helps:
This practice builds emotional regulation skills and helps you turn diaphragmatic breathing into a go-to tool in everyday life, especially during high-pressure or emotionally intense situations.