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Use yoga to beat social anxiety in 5 minutes flat

Use yoga to beat social anxiety in 5 minutes flat

These powerful breathing techniques can also help you overcome fear.

Written by Tania Tarafdar |Updated : March 22, 2017 10:16 AM IST

We have all been there. A social situation where we find ourselves at a loss of words. It might have been while meeting a new client or trying to strike up a conversation with a date. Yoga and meditation can make a lot of difference in the way you interact with people. These two breathing techniques recommended by yoga expert Raman Mishra can help you overcome social anxiety.

The forceful breath

This process can be an instant antidote to fear and anxiety. It will help release any tension and calm you down. You can also, perform this simple yoga mudra to overcome fear.

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Steps to perform:

  • Stand comfortably and take a deep breath.
  • Breathe out forcefully with a sneezing hmmm sound. Repeat this for 2 to 3 times.

If you get too nervous while talking, just cover your mouth with your hands (like how you would do while coughing) and do the forceful breathing. You will feel much more confident instantly. This powerful morning ritual can also help beat anxiety and overcome fear. You need to know about these 6 types of anxiety disorders.

Luxury breathing

The technique will make you calm and give you the strength to face any situation. It will also beat nervousness and help you be at ease with the people you are interacting.

Steps to perform

  • Stand straight and as you inhale, stretch your arms out towards the ceiling. Open your fingers as wide as you can.
  • Then stick your tongue out as you open your mouth wide keeping your chin down. Feel your body weight shift towards the ball of your foot.
  • As your arms circle behind you, exhale and come back to the starting position. Repeat this two to three times before you go ahead and strike a conversation with a stranger or meet a new client at the office. You may also want to try these natural remedies for anxiety.

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