Everyone feels stressed, worried or overwhelmed sometimes – and that’s okay. When our minds or bodies feel too busy, it can be hard to concentrate, listen or enjoy learning. Taking time to relax and reset helps your brain and body calm down so you can feel ready to learn again.

Different things help different people relax. You might enjoy:

• Listening to ocean sounds, rain or gentle music

• Quiet background sounds ASMR or white noise

• Slow breathing or closing your eyes for a moment

• Stretching your body or sitting somewhere calm

• Drawing, colouring or imagining a peaceful place

Relaxation isn’t about switching off – it’s about helping your brain feel safe, settled and focused again. When you use a strategy that works for you, you’re taking care of yourself and helping yourself learn better.

Take a moment. Breathe. Reset.