Lots of people tell me that they can't relax but I don't think that is true. My answer is that they just haven't found the right way to relax for them. Its about understanding your own needs. If you value yourself enough learn to relax because there are lots of health benefits of relaxation. Sometimes it does require a bit of help though.
External stimulants such as drugs and alcohol are not helpful for someone who can't relax yet many people chose to smoke, drink large amounts of caffeine drinks or take street drugs.
In this blog I would like to highlight 10 ways to relax with some of the additional benefits you will get.
1. Listen to music. It doesn't matter what type of music but classical music has been shown to help people when they want to study. Music can improve your mood, enhance concentration, and increase intelligence.
2. Stroke or pet an animal. When you stroke an animal, such as a cat or a dog, you release Oxytocin to increase the bond between you and the animal. This makes the animal feel good and you feel good. Stroking an animal can also help to reduce the stress hormone cortisol. If you actually own and care for a pet there are many more long-term benefits to your health and well-being.
3. Practice meditation. There are lots of different types of meditation. You can meditate on your own or with friends. Meditation has been shown to reduce anxiety so its a great way to relax.
4. Contact your friends. Mixing with people you like can help you to relax because its a normal human need to be part of a community and to feel safe. Friendships can give you purpose in life, help you deal with difficulties in life, and improve your confidence and self-esteem.
5. Have a massage. This could be a light massage with aromatherapy oils or a hard Thai massage. A massage releases tension, improves circulation, increases flexibility and reduces pain.
6. Go for a walk. Walking has psychological and physical benefits and will help you to relax.
7. Read a good book. Its important to find a book that you like. Reading reduces stress, increases your concentration and improves your knowledge and vocabulary skills.
8. Practice Mindfulness. To get the best benefits of Mindfulness it should be practised daily either in a class or on your own. Mindfulness links you with the present so past negative thoughts or worries can be controlled allowing you to relax.
9. Have a warm bath. Relaxing in water feels good and will sooth aching muscles as well as providing mind relaxation.
10. Relax with hypnotherapy. You could see a hypnotherapy practitioner or purchase audio recordings to listen to at home. Hypnotic language will help your mind and body to relax. Hypnotherapy is beneficial for people suffering with anxiety disorders and anxious people find it hard to relax.
You can purchase audio recordings from www.awakenthechange.online
Kind Regards
Linda
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