Let’s be honest—most of us don’t have time (or the nervous system) for a 30-minute meditation with singing bowls and perfect stillness.
Let’s be honest—most of us don’t have time (or the nervous system) for a 30-minute meditation with singing bowls and perfect stillness.
But a few intentional breaths? A short pause that tells your brain you’re safe right now?
That can change everything.
This isn’t about fixing your mood. It’s about giving your body a moment to settle, so your mind doesn’t have to keep carrying everything alone.
Why This Works (No Woo-Woo Required):
✓ Fast nervous system relief – A few deep breaths can lower cortisol and help calm a spiralling mind.
✓ Small, doable steps – You don’t need to feel “ready” to try this. Just start.
✓ Built for brains that struggle with stillness – No pressure to empty your mind or do it perfectly.
Try This Now (5-Minute Grounding Reset):
Find a quiet-ish place. Or don’t. This works on a couch, in a car, or at your desk.
Close your eyes, or soften your gaze.
Take a deep breath in for 4… hold for 4… and breathe out for 6.Notice your breath.
If your thoughts pull you away, that’s okay. Just come back to one breath.Scan your body.
Feel your feet. Your hands. Your jaw. Let anything soften that’s ready to.Let go of one thing.
A thought. A tension. An urge to fix. Just notice and release—gently.
That’s it.
No right or wrong. Just presence.
Try It When…
You’re overwhelmed and can’t think straight
You’re about to message someone out of panic
You’re spiralling and don’t know why
You just need a moment to feel human again
Want more tools like this?
You can grab the full Pocket Book free on our site, or chat with Elara 24/7 if you want to be guided through it.
No judgment. No pressure. Just support—when you need it most.