When stress hits, your body becomes the first place where it shows.
But there is a simple trick that immediately lowers the intensity:
Name exactly where the tension lives.
Not “I’m stressed.”
Not “My whole body is tight.”
But something as specific as:
- “Left shoulder blade.”
- “Jaw joint on the right.”
- “Behind the eyes.”
- “Lower ribs, front.”
Why it works:
When your brain receives a precise location, it moves from global alarm mode to a focused regulation mode.
This shrinks the stress signal almost instantly.
How to Do It
- Pause for one second.
- Scan your body quickly.
- Pick the strongest tension spot.
- Name it out loud or silently:
“Tension is in my … [spot].” - Feel a small release.
This tip works especially well when you repeat it once or twice, letting the tension “move” or soften each time.
Follow-up
If the tension is in your face or jaw, try TIP-027 – Release the Jaw.