I just came across this very interesting website called Mind.
In the Mind Guide To Relaxation, they talk about the link between stress and relaxation, what may be wrong with the way we relax, and how to introduce more relaxation into our everyday life.
Here's a glimpse of what you can find on their site:
Regular practice
You need to have deep relaxation practices daily, or even twice a day, at the beginning. When learning any new skill, such as how to drive a car, ride a bicycle, play an instrument or perform a dance routine, you need to concentrate on each movement, at first. With regular practice and repetition, the skills become second nature and you do them automatically. It's the same with learning to be more relaxed in day-to-day living.
- If possible, plan to set aside a specific time for your regular practice. (Once you start appreciating how enjoyable relaxation is, you will look forward to it as a period of peace and pleasure).
- If you can, choose a quiet place to practise relaxation. It's easier to learn if you are not interrupted by loud sounds, the telephone or people coming in. When you become really good at relaxation, you will be able to 'switch off' even in noisy, busy environments.
- It's impossible to relax if you are cold, so make sure you are comfortably warm.
- Avoid practising relaxation when you are hungry or just after eating a meal.
- If you use a tape or CD player on remote, have the handset close by so that you can operate it without difficulty.
- Sometimes, young children enjoy relaxing with a parent, doing the exercises and then snuggling up to enjoy the peace and stillness.
Don't worry about whether you're doing everything correctly. Never try, just do! And enjoy the feeling!
Effective positions for relaxation
• Ensure table is close and arms are not stretched out • Alternatively, kneel beside a bed |  |
 | • Support under head, neck and knees • Head should be level, not tilted back or pushed forward |
• Knees high enough to reduce tension in tummy • Legs on chair sideways • Support right up to behind knees • Good for relieving lower backache |  |
 | • 'Old' recovery position |
• Support under pelvis • Good if overweight or with large/ heavy bust |  |
 | • Back fully supported by chair • Chin and thighs parallel to the floor • Feet and ha |
For more information, go the the Mind website by clicking here.
And now, RELAX!
Hugs,
Mudd
xoxo
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