It's a tense day while the future of America hangs in the balance of the choices made at the voting polls today.
The only universal experience of this election seems to be an overwhelming sense of anxiety.
If you're as anxious as I am, I'm guessing you too would love to find some relief.
Personally, I plan to rely heavily on anxiety jewlery like my box breathing ring for support today.
With that in mind, along with a desire to foster peace and connection, I wanted to share the exercise it prompts, which you too can easily use as a tool to find your footing today.
I created the Box Breathing jewelry collection, featuring an adjustable ring, necklace, earrings and bracelet, to provide a tangible visual reminder in times of stress or overwhelm to pause and do a few box breathing breaths. This quick exercise has been shown to sooth your nervous system and ground yourself in calmer energy.
If you don't already own this anxiety jewlery, I encourage you to draw a little square on your hand to serve as a temporary reminder throughout the day.
Each time you see the square while feeling anxious, take a pause and practice this simple but powerful exercise:
1. Breath in your nose to the count of 4 while tracing your finger on one side of the square.
2. Hold for 4 seconds while tracing the next side with your finger.
3. Breathe out your mouth to the count of 4 while tracing the third side.
4. Hold for 4 seconds while following the last line to complete your box.
Repeat this loop 3-5 times.
Take a moment and give it a try. Notice how you feel afterwards. Are you less anxious?
For a more lasting tangible reminder to practice this breathing technique and combat daily stressors, order your own piece from the Box Breathing jewelry collection here.
As a bonus - and I wasn't planning on doing this, but I want to support you however I can - I've added a 25% off code for the Box Breathing collection. When you checkout just add code 'ElectionDay' - valid all day today through 11:59pm EST November 6th.
I'll be soothing my election anxiety today with my box breathing ring, Presence Spinner ring, Bubble Breathing necklace, and Reflections moon earrings.
What tools or strategies are you using to support your mental health as we watch history unfold and the future of America be decided?
