Close your eyes, and focus on breathing slowly and steadily until you feel less overwhelmed. [substeps] To keep your mind on your breathing, try inhaling for a count of three, holding your breath for a count of two, and exhaling for a count of three.
[header] How to be confident when someone insults you [title] Take a deep breath. [step] Designate a moment for yourself to refocus by inhaling deeply and exhaling slowly. Turn your thoughts away from external criticism and back toward yourself.