India, March 13 -- Are you feeling stressed or anxious? Breathing techniques can come to your rescue. Because they are involuntary, you don't pay much attention to them, but when done with intention, they are powerful in calming you down during stressful situations, whether it is an exam, a client presentation, tight deadlines, or everyday stressors. Conscious breathing helps to reduce anxiety and improve focus.ALSO READ: Breathing through your mouth? ENT surgeon shares major health risks: From gum problems to sore throat

Just a few minutes of intentional breathwork can ease stress, and when practised daily, it offers significant long-term benefits.

HT Lifestyle reached out to Palak Dengla, chief physiotherapist at Aster RV Hospital, Be...