This 20-second Move May Help You Feel Calmer under Stress

In a moment of stress, there is a quick way that might help you calm yourself, researchers say: Place your hand on your heart for 20 seconds.

Most of us have probably had the experience of feeling comforted by a hug, but we do not always have that option if we are heading into a presentation at work or facing another potentially anxiety-producing situation.

Studies suggest that briefly placing a hand on your heart or abdomen can lower the stress hormone cortisol.

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