Then focus on a point far away. Repeat this up to 20 times. Take a series of deep diaphragmatic breaths . This is incredibly relaxing. Actually, correct breathing, which fills the lungs properly, is always done from the diaphragm.
Stress causes people to take shallow, incomplete breaths.
If they do, try this instead. Place your open hand on your navel. As you inhale, push your abdomen out, keeping your shoulders down. As you exhale, your hand will push inward. A friend of mine who teaches breathing techniques.