Email Apnea Is Real—Here's How to Stop Holding Your Breath While You Work

Learn how to breathe easy (and feel less stressed) while you bang out and text.

She dove into the literature, spoke to doctors, and conducted research of her own.

But you might want to take note if you’re noticing it every time you sign in for work.

Learning (and really practicing) basic breathing techniques can also help reverse the effects of email apnea.

Take breaks regularlyand don’t skip them!

We’re all busy, but wehaveto breathe.

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