India, June 7 -- Stress has a way of taking over before you even realize it. Your thoughts start racing, your shoulders tighten, and suddenly even small tasks can feel overwhelming. In moments like these, many people try to think their way out of stress, but peace often begins somewhere much simpler: your breath.

Your breath tends to become rapid when you feel anxious or stressed. By slowing it down intentionally, you send a signal to your body that you are safe. As your body relaxes, your mind often follows. The next time stress starts building up, take a moment to pause and focus on your breath with these three easy breathing techniques.

One of the easiest and most effective techniques for calming your mind and body, the Box Breathing...