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Relaxation Techniques

The power to relax at will is one of the most important safeguard that a person can possess to overcome stress related states such as Headache. Backache. Expertise in relaxation can also help an individual in handling the routine stress and strain of life and normal physiological demands such as over- work. Unsubstantiated claims have been made that a relaxed mind has a better problem solving ability and a greater capacity to do creative thinking. But. unfortunately we are never taught how to relax or how to take care of ourselves in a positive nurturing way. Researchers around the world now recommend that twenty minutes of complete relaxation on every day basis can improve physical and emotional stability.

Advantages Of Relaxation Techniques

Ease muscular and nervous tension.
Calm the mind.
Make concentration easy.
Give the maximum amount of renewed strength in the minimum time.
Even more than the sleep, successful relaxation quickly re galvanizes the nerve centers.

Progressive Muscular Relaxation

Most people do not realize that their muscles are chronically tense. PMR is a way of differentiating between a sensation of tension and deep relaxation in the muscles. The technique developed by E Jacobson in 1930 helps remove muscle tension, anxiety. insomnia. fatigue. muscle spasm. neck and back pains. high blood pressure and stuttering stammering. 2 to I5 minutes sessions per day for one to two weeks are recommended.
Find a quiet room. sit in a comfortable chair. close your eyes. keep both feet on the ground. with the back straight. resting against the chair, concentrate on your breathing. As you breathe out repeat the word "RELAX". Focus on your face. eyes, jaw. etc. Imagine that your face is tightened up like a knot. then think that your tension is going away and you are relaxed like a limp rubber. with the knot undone. Feel the relaxed face and imagine the wave spreading throughout the body. Tighten the face muscles, squeeze as hard as possible. let go and feel the relaxation. Try doing the same with other parts as neck, shoulders, arms. etc. When you have done all the parts. keep sitting for five minutes and slowly open the eyes and feel the difference.