It doesn't matter if you're at work, in the car, trying to unwind at home, or getting a mani with your bestie: Stress can be relentless, and it will literally strike you down any time, anywhere. That said, it's important to have a go-to way to cope.

While some relaxation techniques are complex or require total silence and a dark room, Gabby Bernstein, meditation expert and New York Times best-selling author of The Universe Has Your Back, has a simple exercise that'll calm you down no matter where you are. Check out the video above to learn how to do it. Then, treat your taste buds to a little something after. (Gabby and her BFF Robyn dig into Two Good Strawberry Greek Lowfat Yogurt.)

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Dana Leigh Smith is currently the Health Director for HearstMade, overseeing all branded health, fitness, and wellness content across the Hearst portfolio, including Women's Health, Prevention, Cosmopolitan, and Good Housekeeping. She specializes in producing nutrition and health content and loves spending time outside with her dog and husband.