2. Breath Meditation

Keeping it simple with this one. Sit however you feel comfortable in a quiet place and just focus on your breath. You can do this in a couple of ways.

Firstly, notice the cool air coming into your nose and the warm air leaving. Don’t try to change how you breathe, just focus on your breath.

Secondly, become aware of your belly and/or chest rising and falling as you breathe. Again there is no right or wrong; just breathe; even I can do that!

When you notice your mind wandering, thinking, planning and worrying, gently come back to your breath and continue to concentrate on it.

Start with 10 minutes a day or less if you need to – simple targets are much easier to achieve and you will probably end up doing more anyway – set the game to win!

There are free apps available on iTunes and Google Play for paced breathing or you can download the Headspace app which gives you 10 free guided meditations.

We have an article dedicated to different breathing techniques which you may find useful in reducing stress.