Meta AI Response: One effective stress management technique you can do discreetly in public or at work is the 4-7-8 breathing method, also known as the "Relaxation Breath" or "Complete Breath." Here's how to do it: Find a comfortable position, sitting or standing, with your back straight. Inhale quietly through your nose for a count of 4. Hold your breath for a count of 7. Exhale slowly through your mouth for a count of 8. This technique works by: Slowing down your heart rate and promoting relaxation Increasing oxygenation of the body Distracting you from stressful thoughts It's effective because the specific ratio of breathing can help calm your nervous system and reduce stress hormones like cortisol. You can do this exercise without anyone noticing, even in a meeting or while sitting at your desk. Dive deeper: What are other benefits of deep breathing exercises? How can I incorporate mindfulness into my daily routine? What are some other discreet stress management techniques?