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Releasing stressful thoughts may free the body for sounder sleep.
Try journaling for about twenty minutes, but don’t cut yourself off if
you are on a roll. Write what you want, when you want.

Secret # 18: Deep Breathing

Most of us take our breathing for granted; it just happens all day
long, all night long. However, because of this, we often breathe
in a shallow way. Deep breathing is a way to expand the lungs
and the diaphragm so that we can increase oxygen to tissues.
The act of deep breathing is relaxing, and provides a massage to

the lymphatic system. Set aside five minutes each day to practice
focused, deep breathing.

Deep breathing is an
excellent way to deal with
anxiety and stress without
having to take medication.
Deep breathing stimulates

the parasympathetic nervous
system, slows down the heart
rate, and causes the whole

body to relax. When we take
in more oxygen, our bodies
are better able to get rid of
toxins.

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