[Eleny]

I've been trying to breathe properly to help with relaxation but I find breathing into my stomach so hard, I've always breathed into my chest and when I focus on breathing deep into my stomach and imagine it filling up like a balloon it feels like I'm not getting enough of a breath. Then I go back to breathing into my lungs. My therapist said to practice it but it's hard. Any tips appreciated!

[*Laurie*]

Have you done this: Lie down on your back. Place one hand on your chest. Place the other hand on your stomach. Breathe so only the hand on your stomach moves. The hand on your chest should be still. This is a good way to practice breathing from your stomach instead of from up in your chest.