Relaxing
09/28/2013 00:03Some times in life we need to take a step back and relax. Some people do it for a few minuets, some do it for the weekend and some people do it for the whole week. We all need at least one weekend every few months to re find them self's and start over. There is no wrong or right way to do it. Some people have a lot of money so they go to the day spa or a weekend spa, some people make there own spa at home and some people do one thing and than go home and do a something for them self's. I like to take a long bath with candles, lights off, and put on some Beethoven. Go do some steam yoga and maybe go out with a friend to a movie. I can do it all in a day or make a weekend out of it by doing more. Life gets really hard and sometimes you have to shut off your brain and re start things. Think about what you need and want in life. It's ok to think about what you really need in life to be happy. Some times we need to do that to make are self's happy. You are always going to lose people in life because people change. You are going to have to find your true self at some point in life to be a real relationship that makes you happy. You are going to need to take care of your body to make your self happy. Little things in life we need to do to be happy. Having a day to your self to re think about everything is good and everyone needs it. One day to be by your self. I love to go on road trips with my friends and just drive. Its relaxing and its fun. Taking a day to drive some where with friends is a thing you can do as well but remember you have to have one day by your self to re set your mind. You body can only handle so much before you get sick and start shutting down. Some of you are thinking i can never find that time to do that. Well its not about finding time its about when you really need it you will just do it. Stress kills, depression kills. Its ok to feel emotions when you are having a day on your own. emotions are healthy to feel. If you don't feel all the emotions you need to re look at how you are living your life. Its not healthy if you don't feel. You need to feel sadness, happiness, lonely, mad, confused, and more..
Remember every few months you need one weekend or at least a day to your self to re think life and start your brain over.
Looking for ways to reduce stress? These relaxation techniques will have you finding relief in no time.
We all get stressed out sometimes, but if it feels like stress seems to rule your days, it’s time to do something about it.
Why is reducing stress so important? Because stress isn’t just problematic in the moment — it’s a real health risk. The more stress, the more likely you will suffer physical ailments, from migraines to belly fat. Or even a heart attack. But before you get even more anxious about the long-term effects of chronic stress, try these several tried and true stress-reduction and relaxation techniques.
1. Breathe
Yes, breathing is second nature, but during stressful times, that’s often not the case. Under a cloud of worry, many people hold their breath or have shallow breath, or tense up so much that it’s actually difficult to inhale adequate oxygen. So the first way to turn your stress level down a few notches is to focus on your breathing. Sitting up, close your eyes and inhale and exhale, nice and easy, then repeat 10 times. Or, lie down, place a pillow under your knees, and put your hand on your belly to feel your breath rise and fall. You can say the words “rising” and “falling” in your head as you take in and release your breath.
2. Eat Chocolate
Having a bad day? A piece of dark chocolate might be just the nibble you need to brighten your outlook and reduce stress. In fact, a daily dose of dark chocolate (70 percent cacao or higher) is a proven antidote to stress (Plus, it can lower your risk of stroke, diabetes and heart disease.). Cocoa beans are rich in flavonoids, an antioxidant, which counteract the anxiety-producing hormone, cortisol. If possible, opt for brands that offer the purest form, preferably organic and made from “single estate” or “single origin” beans. (Sorry, milk chocolate doesn’t count.)
3. Reach for Soothing Scents
To calm those nerves in an instant, try inhaling aromas from bergamot, lavender or peppermint oils. Have a tension headache? Put one drop of lavender oil on your fingertips and massage your temples. To get the scent to permeate the room, add a few drops of essential oil to an unscented candle and light it. Not only will your space smell heavenly, this relaxation technique will calm your spirit in no time.
4. Take a Bath
Since ancient times, hydrotherapy has been practiced for its healing and restorative powers. To make your tub-time extra therapeutic, sprinkle in a handful of bath salts, turn down the lights, turn on some relaxing music and light an aromatherapy candle.
5. Get Moving
Even if it’s the last thing you feel like doing at the moment, one of the quickest, most effective ways to reduce stress is to exercise. You’ve heard of a runner’s high? The “high” comes from the endorphins that our brains produce when we get our heart pumping. Low impact exercises — walking, swimming, biking, weight lifting, yoga or Pilates — are just as effective when it comes to boosting your mood, too.
6. Picture Peacefulness
When you feel tension throughout your body, calm those nerves by closing your eyes and picturing the most peaceful place you can imagine. Whether it’s curling up by the fire, lying on the beach or staring at a moonlit lake with only the sounds of lapping waves and crickets, just the thought can bring you some measure of peace.
7. Apply Pressure
Stress can cause some serious aches and pains. To manage these physical ailments, try acupressure — a Chinese therapy in which pressure is applied to the meridians, or channels, in your body. It is believed these channels connect your organs, and, when one is blocked, can result in pain or illness. To alleviate the discomfort of a headache, apply your index and middle finger to your wrist, at the base of your palm in line with your pinky finger and hold firmly for 30 seconds. Repeat on the other wrist. Similarly, you can try the point between your big toe and the second toe. Try it — it works!
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