Breathe through your nose if you can.

Make your exhale longer than your inhale.

Slow down and deepen your breathing.

All of those are simple, accessible ways to calm an upset nervous system.

Controlled breathing is one of the oldest and most effective methods to combat stress over time. For parents unwillingly estranged from adult children and grandchildren, breathing can be a lifeline.

In this inspiring (pun intended) episode, Tina shares excerpts from her conversation with Nick Heath, founder of the Breath Is Life Learning Center.

Reconnection Club members will find the entire interview, along with the transcript, in our online library. Log in and go to Expert Interviews.

For ideas on how to repair your parent-adult child relationship, read Tina's book, Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child.

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