Epstein, who has searched the world literature for techniques people have claimed valuable for coping, focuses on those that are simple and powerful. He cal Is them "gems, " devices that work through differing means, can be learned in minutes, can be done anytime, anywhere, and have a pronounced physiologic effect. At the top of his list is the quickest of all--a cleansing breath.
Take a huge breath in. Hold it for three to four seconds. Then let it out v-e-r-y s-l-o-w-l-y. As you blow out, blow out all the tension in your body.