I have recently returned to a daily 20 minute meditation period. I lie on a padded exercise table with a pillow under my knees, and a heating pad under my lower back, which is pretty relaxing in itself. I then play a guided meditation tape. Then I do some yoga stretches. Then most days I get on the treadmill for whatever time the body can do.
I also am using the diaphragmatic breathing often through-out the day.
Use the breath to remind yourself that you are living moment to moment. Observe rather than judge. When you feel powerful emotions, examine them from a distance if possible. The repetitive practice helps.
I took an 8-week mind-body stress reduction course over 20 years ago and still refer to the book.
Full Catastrophe Living : Using the Wisdom of Your Body and Mind to Face Stress, Pain, and Illness Paperback –
by Jon Kabat-Zinn
“The stress reduction program created by Kabat-Zinn, called Mindfulness-based stress reduction, is offered by medical centers, hospitals, and health maintenance organizations.” Source