to reduce emotional tension; to make feelings smoother or calmer
感情的な緊張を和らげる; 感情をより穏やかにまたは滑らかにする (kanjō-tekina kinchō o yawarageru; kanjō o yori odayaka ni matawa nameraka ni suru)
"Meditation helps to soothe out the stress in my mind."
"瞑想は私の心の中のストレスを和らげるのに役立ちます。" (Meisō wa watashi no kokoro no naka no sutoresu o yawarageru no ni yakudachimasu.)
to manage or deal effectively with something difficult
to listen carefully and understand someone’s feelings
to not share thoughts or feelings with others
to focus your thoughts on calm and positive feelings
to regain confidence or strength after failing
to reflect on something that happened in the past