Look down at your hands every now and again to see if the knuckles are white. If so, open the hands and gently stretch the fingers, breathing naturally paced, naturally deep breaths.

No forcing or artificial pacing of the breath.

As you breathe, note the tension in the head, neck and shoulders. Allow those muscles to relax. Lean over and kiss her cheek like she kissed yours.

Smile.

It won't hurt, and it may help.

Still here.

Janie