Relaxing the body, however, is only part of calmness. The mind needs to be calm as well. A quiet, uncluttered, focused mind plays an enormous role in calmness. The body reflects what is in the mind and it is the mind which continually feeds the body its tension. To stop the cycle we need to pay attention to both.
Breathing can be the tool to stop the mind from racing.
As we focus on our breath, the mind will slow down just as the heart rate and blood pressure do. With a quiet mind, we can begin to actually hear our thoughts. When our thoughts are slow enough for us to follow, we can hear our voice, our unique individuality. Through this voice important information can be heard. Mastering calmness takes conscious practice.