Looking for some instant stress relief? Practiced regularly, Quieting Reflex, can be done in merely six seconds.

To practice QR:

1. Think about some thing that makes you afraid or anxious
2. Smile inside. This breaks up anxious facial muscle tension
3. Tell yourself, "I can keep a calm body and a alert mind."
4. Inhale a quiet, easy breath
5. Let your jaw go loose as you exhale; keep your upper and lower teeth slightly apart
6. Imagine heaviness and warmth moving thought your body - from head to toes.

Give it a try. If it doesn't work at first - try again!