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Having the ability to relax and rest peacefully is important not only to your physical well-being but to your mental health as well. Being stressed out much of your day and not having any relief from it will take a toll on your life. Periods of rest naturally help to restore our energy levels and cognitive ability. They also give our bodies a chance to calm down after exercise of any kind, as well as periods of great mental and emotional effort. Here are some of my top secrets for deep relaxation.
Secrets for Deep Relaxation #1: Get More Exercise
Getting more exercise might not seem like the best way to relax, but, believe it or not, it promotes relaxation and deeper sleep. First, it helps you to use up energy and feel tired, helping you to rest and relax much easier. The other criteria for promoting rest are the natural chemicals it produces. These “feel good” chemicals, also known as endorphins, actually, help reduce pain and give an overall feeling of well-being. When you feel good, you rest and sleep well.
Secrets for Deep Relaxation #2: Create Life Balance
Our jobs and careers are important to us, therefore, it can be difficult to tear ourselves away from them. However, if it gets out of balance, your quality of rest and sleep may decline. The mind is always active and dictates how our bodies respond to stress and concerns. The harder you work, the more rest you need to keep yourself healthy and in a good life balance. When things get overwhelming in any area of your life, try to step back from it long enough to rest properly.
Secrets for Deep Relaxation #3: Meditate
Though meditation isn’t for everyone, it is worth trying because of its physical and mental benefits. Consistent meditative rest helps you to stay focused throughout your day, as well as increases the ability to sleep. Resting your mind from everyday tasks and problems eases stress and can even help lower blood pressure. All of these benefits create greater well-being and help to bring balance to your life.
It may help to purchase some meditation tools like malas or guided audio. These can get you started while you get used to your meditation practice. The simplest way to meditate is to simply focus on your breathing while purposefully relaxing into your space.
If you struggle to let go of the daily pressure and stress to meditate, it may be worth considering helpful supplements, such as CBD oil, or even soothing drinks and food, such as Kava, which you can find in a Kava bar. Kava is made using the ground root of the kava plant and can help reduce anxiety without impairing your cognitive functions.
Secrets for Deep Relaxation #4: Do Something Creative
Being creative is another way to take a break from work and problems. I recommend doing a project that makes you happy and allows you to take your mind off work and stress-inducing topics. Drawing, painting, knitting, and even decorating are all creative endeavors that engage your hands and your brain. This type of combination is more fulfilling and promotes greater general relaxation and well-being.
Secrets for Deep Relaxation #5: Get a Pet
Pets are beautiful creatures that do more than just sit and wait for us to get home. They connect to our spirits and feel much of what we experience as humans. Unconditional love flows in our direction. All this love helps us to feel comfort and security. I don’t know about you, but I need those things in order to relax.
If you already have pets, spend time relaxing with them on a regular basis. They’ll enjoy it and you may be less anxious as a result. Owning a pet is a huge responsibility and isn’t for everyone. If you don’t have one, maybe take time to visit a friend’s pet or an animal shelter.
**** This post is strictly informational and is not meant to replace the advice of your healthcare provider. Women’s lifelink, its owners, administrators, contributors, affiliates, vendors, authors, and editors do not claim that this information will diagnose, treat, or improve any condition or disease.
