Many clients today deal with stress from school, social pressures, or big changes at home. When stress builds up, it can affect their mood, focus, and even sleep. The square breathing technique is a structured breath control strategy that can help the body calm down and feel more in control.
The Square Breathing Technique handout shows how to do square breathing with simple steps and pictures. Clients will also find 4 success tips to make learning easier. Moreover, they can see when to try it, such as before difficult conversations or to boost their concentration.
Practicing square breathing helps kids and teens shift from a state of anxiety or panic into a more relaxed state. When using this handout, try tracing a real square with your finger or drawing one together while practicing the breaths. Teens may enjoy timing themselves with a watch or breath pacer app to stay on track.
As an extra tip, you can turn square breathing into a daily routine at home by doing it together before meals, after school, or as part of bedtime.
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References:
- American Psychological Association. (2024, October 22). How to help children and teens manage their stress. https://www.apa.org/topics/children/stress
- Myerholtz, L. (2023). Take a Deep Breath. Family Medicine, 55(4), 284. https://doi.org/10.22454/FamMed.2023.731271
