4 lessons to be more patient

You’re late for work, the line at the bank doesn’t move, your boss calls all the time to collect that report… Before you lose your temper, stop everything and take a deep breath to calm down. We know it’s not easy, but you have to be patient – it’s the secret of balance to deal with emotional ups and downs. 🇧🇷You are more relieved and able to make the best decision“, explains doctor Jou Eel Jia, professor of Traditional Chinese Medicine and author of the book Coaching Holístico (Ícone Editora, R$45).

Being patient does not mean being passive waiting for things to happen. Quite the opposite! “By remaining calm – that is, patient -, you are able to analyze the problem and then solve it wisely”, says the expert. It’s the recipe to be happy!

1. Take a deep breath

Inhaling deeply and holding your breath for 10 seconds works, yes, to control moods. “And thus avoids an immediate boost,” says Jou Eel Jia. According to him, meditating also calms the mind. How about taking some classes?

2. Think of good things

Closing your eyes and remembering happy moments helps send impatience into space. Even better if you’re listening to good music. Relaxing situations cause you to release serotonin, a neurotransmitter that gives you a feeling of well-being.

3. Take breaks

Allow yourself a few breaks during the day. “Every hour or two of work, do something to calm the brain”, suggests the doctor. He says that repetitive thinking causes restlessness and instability in the mind, which makes it impatient and increases the chances of error.

4. Lighten the heart

Sometimes, faced with a problem, the urge to scream or cry beats. Putting your emotions out there can help, but do it alone and be careful that the reaction doesn’t become a repetitive behavior, okay?