“When things get tough and our bodies start to react, we need mindfulness to reset our internal north star. We need to be quiet, listen, and practice conscious breathing to bring ourselves back to the present moment and activate the parasympathetic nervous system, putting the brake on and slowing things down in our bodies.” QuietToughPresentSlow DownListenMindfulBreathBrakeReactNorth Star Book:The Mindful Athlete: Secrets to Pure Performance Source: The Mindful Athlete: Secrets to Pure Performance