I have a phone call coming later this evening with bad news (the caller didn’t specify but let me know to ‘prepare myself’ and ‘don’t take the news too hard’) and since it’s over a phone call rather than email or text like usual, I’m anticipating that it’s something *pretty bad. 
I’ve been pretty sweaty and haven’t been able to breathe quite right the past few hours. Heart is beating pretty fast, of course. 
Does anyone have advice or personal experience on how to calm yourself when you’re anticipating possibly life-changing news? I’ve tried some breathing exercises and meditation but I’m just too distracted to focus on them. 
Maybe show or YouTube recommendations you like that distract you from an upcoming event for a while? Favorite teas or easy recipes? How to accept bad news?
Thank you for any help 🙏