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Explore how breathing exercises can help an individual feel connected to their body. The exercises send a message to the brain to calm down and relax. The brain then sends this message to the individual’s body. Breathing techniques can help a person learn how to focus on controlled breathing. Controlled breathing may help a person who is experiencing stress and anxiety. It helps to calm a person’s mind, re-center their body, and facilitate emotional regulation. Provide these breathing cards in the self-regulation area of the classroom, on a student’s desk as daily reminders to just “breathe”, or in a variety of school environments as portable visual supports. They can also be helpful in the home and/or work environment.

For further information about supporting individuals with anxiety and stress, consider these book suggestions from our lending library:

When My Autism Gets Too Big by Buron, Kari Dunn
When My Worries Get Too Big by Buron, Kari Dunn
Helping Students Overcome Depression and Anxiety by Merrell, K.W.
What to Do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid’s Guide to Overcoming Anxiety by Huebner, Dawn

Examples

Breathing Cards

Breathing Cards Abstract Circle 1
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Breathing Cards Abstract Circle 2
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Breathing Cards Blank
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Breathing Cards Circle and Writing
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Breathing Cards Circle Template
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Breathing Cards Square
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