“Believe it or not, giving yourself the space to take a deep breath is an indulgence that feels really good and is accessible regardless of income, region, etc. Think about it: When was the last time you paused, got still and allowed yourself to feel the fullness of your breath? When we breathe deeply, it activates our parasympathetic response, the part of our nervous system that signals we are safe and allows us to feel deep relaxation.” — LeNaya Smith Crawford, holistic therapist
Article source: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/tiny-indulgences-affordable-self-care_l_61f98ab5e4b094ce54b0b35f