Stop, Breathe, Come Down to the Chest: A Shelter for Shaky Moments

The deadline is close, your child has a fever, and your mind goes blank. In a moment like that, first say silently, 'Stop. Breathe.' Breathe in for a count of four and out for eight, three times, then let your mind settle into the center of your chest. This pause isn't running away: it helps you make wiser choices about caring for your child and sorting out your work.