Relaxation and stress

Kumarmahi

Introduction • Relaxation methods help

us to deal with many kinds of stress. Since we respond to stress in a different way, we need to find our own way to relax. Stress create tension, arousal and distress, relaxation involves just the opposite, reducing tension, arousal and distress.

Relaxation involves

• increase awareness of muscle tension

• ability to control that tension

• control autonomic activity such as breathing, heart rate etc..

• ability to control cognitive activity

Relaxation training – An overview

1. Progressive or deep muscle relaxationHelps you to let go of unnecessary muscle tension

2. Stretching or yoga Helps your body to become more flexible and relax

3. Breathing exercisesHelps to quiet your mind and relax your body

Relaxation training – An overview..

4. Autogenic trainingFocus on suggestion or image that may directed towards relaxation

5. Guided imageryEntertain a fantasy may evokes positive feelings and relaxation

6. Meditation and mindfulnessWith certain type of awareness, we fully attend our thoughts, feelings without judgment

All the above methods are very effective and require training

Relaxation training – An overview..

7. Other common methods may not require training -Sleeping – perhaps the simplest and natural way to relax you-Having sex – refresh you-Listen to music, songs etc..-Reading, watching T.V, go for a walk-Talk to someone, socialization-Take a warm bath or shower etc..-Enjoy nature

Negative way of relaxation

• You may think the following methods relaxing you but it creates opposite of relaxation and has their own negative consequences. Be aware of it!-Smoking-Alcohol, drugs etc-Pornography, engage in sexual talk etc..-coffee or some of the soft drinks

Relaxation techniques will be effective if..

• Taught by trained professionals

• suitable to your needs and capability

• when practice become our part of everyday routine

Now find out your suitable method and relax yourself!

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