Pray a short breath prayer. Choose two words, such as “Be still” or “God’s love” or “Peace now” and silently repeat them, the first word on your inhale and the second word as you breathe out. Let God’s Spirit calm you through this simple breathing prayer.

Breath of Life,
Divine Spirit,
With every breath,
please fill me up
and calm me down.
Amen.

Jennifer Grant in Sing, Wrestle, Spin