Returning attention to breathing during stress can be empowering
Evidence
Breathing deeply helps circulation and oxygenation of the brain. Unrelieved stress produces shallow breathing and oxygen deprivation. In a positive light we need to stress ourselves to overcome inertia and generate power for living. However, we also need to manage stress for our well being when limits are exceeded. Returning attention to breathing at stressful moments can be empowering. — Pauline Oliveros, Deep Listening, 177
Categorization
- SEED: Frames breath-attention as a resource for managing stress in performance or daily life — an angle for a teacher or coach.
- corroborated: 2 independent passages support this claim — Pauline Oliveros, Deep Listening, 177
- XREF: connects to: Conscious attention to breath can calm the mind and emotions — Pauline Oliveros, Deep Listening, 172; Stress-induced shallow breathing becomes the body’s involuntary arousal signal — Pauline Oliveros, Deep Listening, 171; Mindfulness practice can enhance mental clarity in stressful situations. — Dan Harris, 10 percent Happier, 553 (+4 more)
Broader Connections
- Sensation anchors awareness in immediate present presence
#expands(0.80) — Pauline Oliveros, Deep Listening, 242 - Mindfulness practice can enhance mental clarity in stressful situations.
#corroborates(0.75) — Dan Harris, 10 percent Happier, 553 - Mindfulness creates space to respond rather than react.
#corroborates(0.70) — Dan Harris, 10 percent Happier, 570