Challenge #1 - Breathe In. Breathe Out.

Healthy Lifestyle Challenge #1. Set aside 5 minutes today. Sit comfortably. Close your eyes. Breathe in. Breathe out. Breathing is an unusual bodily function in that it is both involuntary and voluntary. Breathing is also managed in the unconscious, but at any moment we can grab the controls and consciously change how we breathe.Dr. Herbert Benson argued that controlling breathing in this way triggers the parasympathetic nervous system (link is external) to come online and counter our sympathetic nervous system’s fight or flight response to daily stresses. In effect, the relaxation response is the anti-fight or flight response. Subsequent research has backed up and expanded Benson’s argument.Source: https://www.psychologytoday.comMetamorphus is an organization dedicated to helping people using modern day tools in a world that's always changing. Our goal is to provide a free and accessible resource to those suffering from mental health worldwide. Together, we can revolutionize the mental health crisis that is unfolding today with your help. You can expect helpful content like: - Daily Lifestyle Challenges- Introspective Interviews with Leading Professionals- Healthy Living Tips & Advice- Personal Mental Health Struggle StoriesPlease contact us if you would like to chat, feedback, and guest queries. Email - [email protected] - metamorphus.orgFollow Us on Social Media Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/metamorphus_org/Twitter - https://twitter.com/Metamorphus_OrgFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/Metamorphus.org/Mark Metry - https://www.instagram.com/markmetry/Brendan Cutuli - https://www.instagram.com/cutulib/