diaphragmatic breathing is scientifically known as upnia, which is kind of like apnia, but with an e u on the front. Upnia nature occurs in mammals whenever they're in a state of relaxation when there's no danger near by. It involves slow and deep inhalation through the nose, usually to a count of ten, followed by slow and complete exhalation for a similar count. You can repeat this process five or ten times. Deep breathing helps counter the effects of the sympathetic nervous system.
Sweaty palms before a date. Racing heart during a presentation. Needing a diaper while delivering a wedding toast. We've all been there. On the heels of New Year's resolutions, sports & performance psychologist Dr. Sari Shepphird explains confidence vs. performance anxiety, the origins of perfectionism, how much social media is too much, self-sabotoage and also dishes on strategies that athletes use to perform under pressure. Also: why you should holler the F word when you're nervous, why being authentic is always the best policy and the perils of professional darts.
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