National Relaxation Day - Mon Aug 15th, 2022

Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is take a deep breath and relax. At times, we get so embroiled in our hectic, fast moving world with deadlines and work-life pressure that we actually forget to relax! 

Slow down… breath, and relax. National Relaxation Day is all about winding down and just taking it easy. Relaxation is a vital thing to do for everyone. We all need to have a break from time-to-time. We can’t deny that life seems to be lived at a faster pace than ever before. We all have responsibilities. This could be work responsibilities, family responsibilities, financial responsibilities, or a combination of them all! We can put so much stress and pressure on our bodies and minds, and this is why we all need to take time to recuperate so that we do not burn out.


Relaxation tips for your mental health

Take a break
Relaxation doesn't have to take up lots of your time - even 5,10, 15 minutes are often good for one or two. Just stepping away from something stressful for a few minutes or taking time away from your normal routines and thoughts can give you enough space and distance to feel calmer.


Focus on your breathing
To breathe with self-awareness can help you feel a lot calmer. It takes just a few minutes and can be done anywhere.

  • Breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth. Try to keep your shoulders down and backwards - relax - place your hand on your stomach – it should rise as you breathe in and fall as you breathe out.
  • Count as you breathe. Start by counting slowly  'one, two, three' as you breathe in and 'one, two, three' as you breathe out. Listen to yourself - listen to your body - recognize what happens.

Try active relaxation
Relaxation doesn't have to mean lying or sitting still. Gentle exercise can help you relax too. That depends on you. And on the situation and environment. Try it out!

  • Take a walk, going at your own pace. You might choose to go for a longer walk, but even a few minutes of walking can help you feel relaxed.
  • Or check for yourself whether you like to try out yoga, Pilates or gentle stretching.
  • Try some other exercises, which you may be able to fit into your day more easily if you are busy for example  Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR). 

I do all the things mentioned above and other things like ...
  • Getting creative - I draw something
  • Autogenic training - is something which I do since I was a little boy
  • Listening to music - Music can relax me so good, connecting me to my emotions or my wife and distract me from worrying thoughts.



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