STRESS RELIEVER 440. Breathe Take 10 deep breaths every hour. A number of studies suggest just taking deep breaths can lead to a smorgasboard of health benefits. Deep breathing: 1 • May reduce anxiety. 2 • Has been shown to relieve trauma symptoms. 3 • Can reduce blood pressure. 4 • Can alleviate back pain. • Reduces short–term pain and may help with chronic 5 pain. Need help focusing? Visit www.take10deepbreaths.com. 1 See Performance Anxiety. 2 See A Breath of Relief. 3 See Breathe Deep. 4 See Deep Breathing for Back Pain. 5 See Breathing Deeply. 223