I did a one-minute deep breathing exercise every day for a month, and I didn’t think it’d be this effective

James Frew doing a breathing exercise in a park.

It’s been a busy year. I’ve tried to stay on top of everything, but some days I feel overwhelmed by an ever-expanding to-do list. 

I already meditate every day and that usually helps with those feelings of overwhelm. But meditation is only one way to practice mindfulness.