Activity: Scripture-Guided Breathing & Reflection Step 1 – Find a Quiet Place Sit somewhere you won’t be interrupted. Close your eyes and allow your body to relax. Step 2 – Deep Breathing (Psychological Practice) - Inhale slowly through your nose for a count of 4. - Hold your breath for a count of 4. - Exhale through your mouth for a count of 6. - Repeat this cycle 5–7 times.This slows your heart rate, lowers stress hormones, and creates a sense of calm. Step 3 – Meditate on Scripture (Biblical Authority) As you breathe, pair each breath with God’s Word. For example, use Philippians 4:6–7: - Inhale: “Do not be anxious about anything…” - Exhale: “…but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.” Let the truth of God’s Word replace anxious thoughts. You’re not just calming your mind—you’re anchoring it in His promises. Step 4 – Reflection & Surrender After a few minutes, thank God for His peace and consciously hand over one specific worry to Him. Visualize placing it at the foot of the cross. ✅ Psychologically, this exercise reduces stress through controlled breathing and cognitive reframing. ✝️ Biblically, it roots you in God’s authority, reminding you that His peace surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7).