Some people have great control over their emotional responses but most people struggle. Doing or saying something wrong in the midst of an emotional meltdown could have very negative effects. So how can one control oneself. Here is the strategy:
The only part of your physiology that can be easily controlled is your breathing. Take a look at how you’re breathing during a strong emotional response and change it.
You should try holding your breath for 5 seconds, breathing deeply and slowly for 30 seconds, breathe in slowly and breathe out even more slowly. Think about your breathing and count your breaths. Focus on the physical feeling of the air moving in and out of your body. If you’re used to being controlled by your emotions, you know that it’s not easy to maintain your composure. But, by this simple technique you can choose to respond differently to your emotions and make wiser choices
Akhand Jyoti Magazine 2017 March April