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"The air is like a deep well," Grandpa said. "When you only breathe from the top, you stay thirsty. But when you breathe from the bottom, you find the quiet water."
Grandpa sat down beside him. "You’re breathing with your shoulders, Leo. That’s 'scared breathing.' Let’s try 'mountain breathing' instead." abdominal breathing
Leo sat on the edge of his bed, his heart drumming against his ribs like a trapped bird. Tomorrow was the big spelling bee, and every time he thought of the word "encyclopedia," his throat felt tight and his breaths became short, shallow gasps in his upper chest. "The air is like a deep well," Grandpa said
If you want to try Leo’s "mountain breathing," follow these steps to calm your nervous system: Belly Breathing [video] - American Lung Association "You’re breathing with your shoulders, Leo
"I can't catch my breath," Leo whispered. "My chest feels like it’s full of rocks."