Reclaim Your Peace: A Simple Practice for Women on the Go
Reclaim Your Peace: A Simple Practice for Women on the Go
Harness the Power of Your Breath to help you Overcome Stress
In 2025 life can be overwhelming, especially when you’re managing work, children, or rebuilding your personal life, post divorce, loss, or trauma. Stress, self-doubt, and guilt often creep in, leaving you feeling stuck. But what if you could access a simple, transformative tool to regain calm and confidence—anytime, anywhere?
Today, we’re diving into the practice of deep breathing exercises. By learning to inhale positivity and exhale negativity, you can unlock a sense of peace, cultivate reflection, and pivot toward the life you truly desire.
Inhaling Positivity: The Power of Deep Breathing
When stress takes over, deep breathing helps shift your mindset, calm your nervous system, and create space for reflection.
Why it works:
Activates your body’s relaxation response, reducing anxiety and tension.
Increases oxygen flow to the brain, enhancing focus and mood.
Encourages you to pause and reflect, opening the door to greater self-awareness.
Quick Win Exercise:
Sit comfortably and close your eyes.
Inhale slowly through your nose for a count of four, envisioning positivity flowing in.
Hold your breath for a count of four, allowing time to reflect on something you’re grateful for or a moment of growth.
Exhale slowly through your mouth for a count of six, imagining negativity and doubt leaving your body.
Repeat for 2-3 minutes.
This reflective pause is key. It’s not just about calming your mind; it’s about recognizing the lessons in your challenges and finding the clarity to move forward.
Exhaling Negativity: Releasing Stress and Embracing Change
Stress and negativity can block your ability to thrive and pivot when life demands it. Deep breathing helps release these blocks and opens up new perspectives.
Visual Exercise:
As you exhale, picture your worries evaporating like mist. Reflect on what’s holding you back. Are there patterns or habits you need to release to pivot toward your goals? With each breath out, let go of guilt, fear, or self-doubt, creating space for clarity, energy, and the courage to shift direction when needed. Visualize where you want to be, that the goals or dreams on your heart are a reality, your Happy Place, this releases happy hormones in the brain and helps with stress management, as well as to reduce pain, and so much more.
Building Resilience Through Reflection and Mindfulness
Deep breathing is more than a stress reliever; it’s a powerful gateway to mindfulness and the ability to pivot gracefully in life’s transitions. Regular practice helps you:
Stay grounded during tough conversations or sudden changes at work.
Reflect on what’s working and what isn’t, empowering better decisions.
Tap into your inner wisdom to shift when life takes unexpected turns.
By pairing deep breathing with intentional reflection, you cultivate resilience, clarity, and the ability to pivot with confidence, even in the face of uncertainty.
Are you ready to breathe new life into your peace, confidence, and adaptability?
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Remember, the power of transformation is within you. With every breath, you have the ability to pause, reflect, and pivot toward your purpose. By embracing deep breathing, you’ll uncover the strength to overcome challenges, make empowered decisions, and build a life of balance and fulfillment.
Inhale positivity. Exhale negativity. Reflect, shift, and watch as your life blossoms into its fullest potential.
With resilience and hope,
Elizabeth Meigs
Transformational Coach | Inspiration Speaker | Author | ElizabethInspires.com
