When you’re feeling stressed and unhappy, take a moment to repeat the simplest of mantras: Ahhhhh. This simple sound is far more powerful than you may think. You’re giving yourself permission to release that pain in your neck (or anywhere else!) and return to being happy. Muscle tension is often a reflection of energy that is being held hostage in the body. As a result, the body becomes depleted of oxygen. Circulating fresh oxygen deep into your body helps you release this pent-up energy. Go ahead, fill up your belly with breath. Inflate it now, fully (like a balloon). Allow your mouth to open slightly and release a nice Ahhhhh sound.