Guide · Relaxation

Alkaline starts in the mind: 3 ways to less stress

Stress burdens body and mind. Three ways to more calm – with a guided breathing exercise.

🗓️ Updated October 2026⏱️ approx. 5 min read✍️ Zollhaus team, Erzgebirge
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🎯Stay with yourself
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Why the mind matters

Stress and acid-base balance

Alkaline fasting is more than a diet. Not only strenuous sport or processed food burden your body – mental stress does too. Under stress your body releases more cortisol, which many alkaline experts see as an extra burden (more).

Stress isn’t only acute – everyday thought patterns, beliefs and habits create tension. Change them step by step.

The three ways

1. meditation
2. Stay with yourself
3. Authenticity

Way 1: Meditation

Breath meditation to follow

Follow the inhale, the exhale and the pause in between.

Ready?5 breaths

Meditation helps you let go of thoughts – many are unnecessary or burdensome.

You’ll be amazed how clear your mind feels! Inspiration: 7 meditation techniques.

Live more calmly

Stay with yourself and be authentic

Way 2: Stay with yourself

Getting upset about others changes little. When you tidy up within, others bother you less – and change from calm works better.

Way 3: Authenticity

What do I want, feel, value? Following your body’s signals often releases stress.

For you

Your calm checklist

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Good to know

FAQ: Alkaline starts in the mind

Questions? Call us on +49 35057 540 or use our contact form.

What does stress have to do with acid-base balance?

Stress increases cortisol, which many experts see as an extra burden.

How does breath meditation work?

You follow inhale, exhale and pause – anytime, anywhere.

How do I find more calm?

With daily meditation, staying with yourself and listening to your body.

Is there meditation at the Zollhaus?

Yes, relaxation and movement like yoga are part of the programme.

Conclusion

Calm and joyful

Alkaline starts in the mind: meditation, calm and authenticity relieve mind and body.

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