02/13/2026
Valentine’s is not my favorite holiday.
It’s stressful and too much pressure to have a romantic evening.
When I’m feeling nervous, stressed, or overwhelmed, I do the PHYSIOLOGY SIGH:
1. Take 2 quick breaths
2. Long, slow exhale
3. Repeat 3 times
Have you seen a baby double-inhale when they cry? That’s because they’re self‑soothing.
The long exhale shifts your body toward parasympathetic mode to calm your nervous system, reduce blood pressure, and reduce cortisol levels.
I do 3 rounds before I walk into a big presentation, go on TV, or after an intense meeting.
If Valentine’s stress hits: calm your body first. Then decide what you want to do.
Save + send it to someone who needs a reset.
And tell me who you’re spending Valentine’s with:💘 👯 🐾 😌 (Lover / Pal / Fur baby/ Solo)
If you feel lightheaded, keep it gentle and stop.