Relaxation

When I went thru this article, I liked it in some way. Though all the points are well known to us, we don’t remember them when needed or don’t follow them at the appropriate time. So among by other favourite articles, I keep this one too - handy in my desktop to read and remember as frequent as possible. Here it is.. The needy may keep this. :)

Relaxation

Simple relaxation tools, such as deep breathing and relaxing imagery, can help calm down angry feelings. There are books and courses that can teach you relaxation techniques but here are some simple steps you can try:



1. Breathe deeply, from your diaphragm; breathing from your chest won’t relax you. Picture your breath coming up from your “gut.”

2. Slowly repeat a calm word or phrase such as “relax,” “take it easy.” Repeat it to yourself while breathing deeply.

3. Use imagery; visualize a relaxing experience, from either your memory or your imagination.

4. Non strenuous, slow yoga-like exercises can relax your muscles and make you feel much calmer.

5. Keep telling – getting angry is not going to fix problems anyhow and won’t make you feel better.

Above all, learn to use them automatically when you’re in a tense situation.