When we get stressed, we tense our muscles. Our neck, shoulders and back all feel tight. One way to release that tension is an exercise that involves sticking out your tongue.

Entrepreneur contributor Arthur Joseph has an exercise (that you'll probably want to do in private) to help you loosen up a bit:

In front of a mirror, release your tongue and jaw and neck and shoulder tension by placing two fingertips in your mouth under your tongue and gently release. Your tongue should appear relaxed, not concave or convex, simply flaccid (the feeling of drooling). Place your other hand right under your lip line, forming a V between your thumb and index finger and gently pull your jaw down a half to one inch.

While observing yourself, you will likely see that your tongue pulls back, your head dips down and your neck and shoulders are tense. As you consistently do this exercise, you will not only feel more relaxed and confident, you will appear that way as well.

Sure, it feels and looks a bit strange, but it's another quick exercise you can do anywhere and relax a bit more. I'd suggest you wash your hands before trying this tip.


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