Podcasts Health Psychologists Off the Clock 89. A Gift For You Soothing Rhythm Breathing

89. A Gift For You Soothing Rhythm Breathing

Published: May 9, 2019, 3:10 a.m.

Join Diana for a short but sweet Soothing Rhythm Breathing break!\n\n\n\nSoothing Rhythm Breathing is a simple technique from Compassion Focused Therapy. It is particularly helpful when you find yourself anxious, angry, over-busy, or emotionally dysregulated. Soothing Rhythm breathing stimulates the vagus nerve, increases heart rate variability, and activates the Parasympathetic Nervous System. Soothing Rhythm Breathing shifts your body/brain systems from drive and threat toward safeness and compassion.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices