Life moves pretty fast and keeping up often takes a toll on our well-being. Taking the time to slow down and relax is the right thing to do when we’re about to feel stressed. Gazing at the sunset or even just spending quiet time with a loved one is all we need to decompress and relax. Here are 22 relaxing GIFs and calming pictures that are soothingly beautiful and will help you unwind.
1) Take a plunge and get ready to relax with calming pictures.
![22 Calming Pictures - Take a plunge and get ready to relax.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-01.gif?resize=980%2C557&ssl=1)
2) Now, take a deep breath.
![22 Calming Pictures - Now, take a deep breath.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-02.gif?resize=500%2C275&ssl=1)
3) Let a comfortable calm come over you.
![22 Calming Pictures - Let a comfortable calm come over you.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-03.gif?resize=650%2C352&ssl=1)
4) Concentrate on your breathing and relax with these calming pictures.
![22 Calming Pictures - Concentrate on your breathing and relax.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-04.gif?resize=400%2C300&ssl=1)
5) Feel yourself slowing down.
![22 Calming Pictures - Feel yourself slowing down.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-05.gif?resize=600%2C370&ssl=1)
6) Release the tension in your body.
![22 Calming Pictures - Release the tension in your body.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-06.gif?resize=500%2C700&ssl=1)
7) Feel your worries drifting away.
![22 Calming Pictures - Feel your worries drifting away.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-07.gif?resize=500%2C270&ssl=1)
8) Now, clear your mind. (while still looking at these calming pictures.)
![22 Calming Pictures - Now, clear your mind.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-08.gif?resize=640%2C360&ssl=1)
9) Look deep within yourself.
![22 Calming Pictures - Look deep within yourself.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-09.gif?resize=500%2C750&ssl=1)
10) Soak in the moment with calming pictures.
![22 Calming Pictures - Soak in the moment.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-10.gif?resize=500%2C281&ssl=1)
11) Feel yourself listening to the pitter-patter of the rain on your window.
![22 Relaxing GIFs - Feel yourself listening to the pitter-patter of the rain on your window.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-11.gif?resize=720%2C406&ssl=1)
12) Feel the love of spending quiet moments with a loved one.
![22 Relaxing GIFs - Feel the love of spending quiet moments with a loved one.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-12.gif?resize=480%2C270&ssl=1)
13) Continue to concentrate on your breathing and relax with these calming pictures.
![22 Relaxing GIFs - Continue to concentrate on your breathing and relax.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-13.gif?resize=320%2C160&ssl=1)
14) Feel the wind blowing through your hair.
![22 Relaxing GIFs - Feel the wind blowing through your hair.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-14.gif?resize=500%2C277&ssl=1)
15) Feel your troubles lifting away.
![22 Relaxing GIFs - Feel your troubles lifting away.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-15.gif?resize=500%2C700&ssl=1)
16) Let yourself become weightless.
![22 Relaxing GIFs - Let yourself become weightless.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-16.gif?resize=500%2C269&ssl=1)
17) Find peace within yourself.
![22 Relaxing GIFs - Find peace within yourself.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-17.gif?resize=500%2C299&ssl=1)
18) Feel a soothing touch on your shoulders.
![22 Relaxing GIFs - Feel a soothing touch on your shoulders.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-18.gif?resize=500%2C325&ssl=1)
19) Find your happy place with calming pictures.
![22 Relaxing GIFs - Find your happy place.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-19.gif?resize=500%2C281&ssl=1)
20) Calm your mind.
![22 Relaxing GIFs - Calm your mind.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-20.gif?resize=500%2C700&ssl=1)
21) Feel yourself floating on air.
![22 Relaxing GIFs - Feel yourself floating on air.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-21.gif?resize=500%2C700&ssl=1)
22) Look forward to a day filled with peace and relaxation…and calming pictures!
![22 Relaxing GIFs - Look forward to a day filled with peace and relaxation.](https://i0.wp.com/winkgo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/22-Relaxing-GIFs-That-Are-Soothingly-Beautiful-22.gif?resize=540%2C304&ssl=1)
It always feels great to slow down once in a while. Sleeping in on a rainy day or just spending a quiet day at home does wonders for the soul. Please share these calming photos with your friends and family.