Breathe In, Breathe Out

“Set an intention” is something most yoga teachers utter at the start of class, but it’s a technique that can also be useful off the mat. When there’s absolutely zero time to meditate or text your best friend, international yoga teacher and founder of Aim True yoga Kathryn Budig says to just breathe.

“Simply closing your eyes and focusing on your breath for even a minute can make a huge difference,” she says. “Focus on inhaling for four, holding for four, and exhaling for four. Focus on the intention of what you want, instead of what seems to be.”

As she says, “Nothing is permanent.” Not even your stress.