Monday, December 17, 2007

Say goodbye to stress..hello relak-relak


Techniques on how to relax:

  • Pick a personal focus word, sound, prayer or personal phrase. for example, "peace" "one" or "the Lord is my shepherd."
  • Sit comfortably in a quiet place.
  • Close your eyes.
  • Progressively relax muscles from feet to neck.
  • Breathe slowly and naturally, and as you do, say your focus word, sound, phrase, or prayer silently to yourself as you exhale.
  • Assume a passive attitude and don't worry about how well you're doing. When other thoughts come to mind, simply say to yourself, "oh, well." and gently return to your repetition.
  • Continue for 10 to 20 minutes. Time yourself by peeking occasionally at a watch or clock.
  • When you are finished, continue sitting quietly for a minute or so, gradually allowing other thoughts to return. Then open your eyes and sit for another minute before rising.
  • Practice the technique once or twice daily. Good times to do so are before breakfast and before dinner.
xoxoxoxoxo

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