Relaxation Techniques

So what is Yoga?

decease stress with yogaYoga, derived from the Sanskrit word for “yoke,” is an ancient Indian philosophy to enhance one’s personal growth and well being. Although it is a systemic and philosophical approach to self improvement, yoga is not a religion in itself. However, it complements most spiritual paths very well.

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How To Use Power Naps To Decrease Stress

power napsIf you’ve ever had a sleepless night then you know how bad it makes you feel the next day. Lack of sleep can cause irritability, stress and, if the sleep deprivation is ongoing, a perpetual sense of anxiety.

A cat nap will definitely help to decrease your stress. It was always hard for me to get my 3 year old to take a nap, usually because she’s busy playing with her toys. But for us adults, we are often willing to sacrifice anything just to close our eyes and rest for a while – especially if you’re a mother to young children! Read the rest of this entry »

Relaxation Techniques To Reduce Stress

relaxation feet up"Relax! Chill out! Calm down!" You probably hear these words on a regular basis – maybe you say them yourself – because most people experience a high level of tension and stress every day. But it's much easier to say "relax" than to actually do it! Many people do not know any systematic way to relax, and even those that do may not realize that a relaxation technique must be practiced regularly in order to be truly effective at the time it is most needed.

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Try Meditation To Reduce Your Stress

meditation flowerNo longer is meditation a strange, foreign "voodoo" in Western medicine. In many modern hospitals, meditation is encouraged to help patients reduce the many effects of stress. Members of the medical community have now reached a nearly unanimous agreement that stress has negative effects on a person's body, not to mention their emotional and mental well being.

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