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3-Minute Reset

Quick emotional regulation tools for high-stakes moments. Choose an exercise below to get started.

Box Breathing
4-4-4-4 Breathing

Feeling heated before a PO call or interview? Try this 60-second breathing guide.

60s
Ground & Scan
5-4-3-2-1 Grounding

Overwhelmed? Ground yourself by noticing what's around you right now.

90s
Name & Reframe
What happened → What I can do next

Turn a frustrating moment into your next move.

120s

Why This Works

Anger and overwhelm are common during reentry, especially before high-stakes moments like parole check-ins or job interviews. Simple regulation techniques—even just 60 seconds of breathing—can help you reset, calm your nervous system, and show up as your best self.