The moving image that’s instantly calming people down
We've all had moments where everything gets a bit too much.
But instead of kneading that stress ball or breathing into a paper bag, one image seems to be helping people bring their anxiety under control.
Eyeballing this gif for just a few minutes puts viewers into calming trance, according to social media users who have been sharing the image in their droves.
Take a few deep breaths as the line expands into a triangle, square, pentagon and so on until it reverses back on itself.
The rhythm of movement and repetition is thought to help relax the part of your brain which deals with stress, i100 reports.
Tell us: Did this geometric moving image make you feel calmer? Share your verdict in the comments below.
First appeared on Stuff.co.nz.
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