🛡️ Student Mental Health Series *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

24.04 – Breathing Techniques to Calm Anxiety Fast: Breath is the remote control of the nervous system. When fear speeds it up, intentional breathing brings it back into rhythm. Try breathing in through your nose for four counts, holding for two, and exhaling through your mouth for six. That longer exhale tells your body it’s safe, switching off the alarm response that fuels anxiety. Some people prefer “box breathing”—inhale four, hold four, exhale four, hold four—which steadies racing thoughts and slows the heartbeat. The beauty of breathing exercises is portability; you can use them during tests, arguments, or sleepless nights. Over time, breathing becomes more than oxygen—it’s emotional regulation in action. You learn that calm is created, not found. Each controlled breath teaches your brain resilience, reminding you that discomfort is temporary and manageable. The more often you practice, the quicker your system resets after stress. Mastering your breath is like learning a silent language of safety that always travels with you.

About this course

Trauma-informed mental wellness lessons that help students manage emotions, build resilience, and stay safe in real-world situations—like bullying, grief, violence, and poverty. Built for schools, youth programs, and Medicaid-compliant services.

This course includes:
  • Step-by-step guidance for handling social pressure, conflict, and unsafe situations
  • Stories and messages that encourage students to speak up, stay safe, and take control of their future
  • Flexible learning options for classrooms, after-school programs, and independent use

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