You can also try 4-7-8 breathing. Breathe in through your nose for 4 counts, hold your breath for 7 counts, and slowly exhale for 8 counts. Keep your hand on your belly while you’re breathing. As you inhale, keep your chest still and let your belly push your hand out.
Alternatively, you can try pinching the bridge of your nose, but this is less discrete.
As an added benefit, water also clears up the lump in the back of your throat that you may feel when you’re stressed out or crying.
If you find yourself getting stressed at work, keep an object on your desk so it’s easy to reach. If you don’t have anything with you for stress relief, you might be able to overcome tears just by grasping tightly onto a pen.
Avoid tensing up the muscles in your face since it might make you cry more easily.
Even if you do cry, imagining something happy will bring you out of a bad mood.
Alternatively, try pointing out all the things that are the same color or start with the same letter in the room.
You may notice a few tears if you don’t lean your head back far enough.
Make a playlist of songs or videos that make you feel better so you have quick access when you need them. Be careful not to deny how you’re feeling if you’re sad or upset. When you’re in a better mood and don’t feel like you’re going to cry anymore, revisit those thoughts and address them.
If you’re at work, politely ask if you can step out before leaving so you stay professional.
You could instead use an eye mask or a bag of frozen vegetables if you’re at home.
Exercising regularly Meditation Eating a healthy, balanced diet Getting a good night’s sleep
