Feeling stressed or anxious? Try Pretzel Breathing! 🥨 Follow along with Rosanna De La Rosa, LCMHC, WakeMed Behavioral Health, as she walks us through a simple, calming technique that is perfect for when you need a quick reset. 👐 Cross your arms, interlace your fingers, and bring your hands to your chest. 👄 Breathe in deeply through the nose and exhale out through the mouth. 🧘‍♀️ You can add gentle taps or squeezes to increase the calming effect. The Pretzel provides comforting pressure and helps shift your focus from anxiety to your breath. It’s a great way to build mindfulness and coping skills—anytime, anywhere. 🌬️💛 . . #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #Mindfulness #BreathingExercise #MentalHealth #WakeMed #WakeCounty #AnxietyRelief #PretzelBreathing #DeepBreathing (fb)

At just 39, Yamicka Brown faced a life-altering ischemic stroke resulting in left-side paralysis and a blood clot in her brain. 🧠 Yet thanks to compassionate and specialty care she received at WakeMed Rehabilitation Hospital, she’s now reclaiming her life. Her journey is a powerful reminder of the strength within us all. ❤️ Read her inspiring story 👉 https://ow.ly/BLIk50VMLAA . . #Stroke #IschemicStroke #StrokeSurvivor #StrokeAwarenessMonth #OccupationalTherapy #LifeAfterStroke #Rewired #Inspiration #WakeMedRehab #WakeMed #WomensHealthMonth (fb)