National Relaxation Day

Posted by Mary Demakes on August 15, 2022

The goal of National Relaxation day is to take time to practice stress relief through meditation and other relaxation techniques. Meditation can help you cope. It can breed positivity and improve concentration. National Relaxation day was founded by a nine-year old from Michigan back in 1985.

Private Home Health Care knows that with age the systems you use to cope can wear down, consequently you may experience difficulties. Difficulties with sleeping, mood swings, anxiety and even migraines and chest pain. You may have lost a partner, recently retired or feel lonely.

Here are some simple techniques to help you with relaxation (medicalisland.net).

Breathing Meditation (two recommendations)

With your mouth closed, breathe in and hold your breath for a count of 4. Next release your breath for a count of 4. Repeat this for 10 minutes.
Close your eyes and tense your muscles for 2-3 seconds before releasing them. Start at the bottom of your body and work your way to the top. Tense and release your feet and toes, then your calves and thighs. End with your neck, jaw, eyes and forehead.

Calming Music

You can relax by playing music or sounds that you enjoy. The best sounds are without vocals in order to help slow your mind and body. You could listen to classical music or nature sounds, jazz or meditation music. Youtube.com can be a good website to find the music you like.

Crosswords and Puzzles

You can find online or print versions of crossword puzzles, Sudoku, word searches or jigsaw puzzles. The goal is to relax you, improve your memory and distract you from difficult emotions.

Visualization

Close your eyes and picture a scene that makes you happy. You could be at a sandy beach with waves in the background. Picture relaxing at a cafe in your favorite city. Take a visual walk in the woods after a snowfall. The addition of quiet background music can help promote relaxation.

Private Home Health Care hopes that you will find these simple techniques helpful. Namaste.

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