3 Understandings About R and R
Spring is the season where it is important to embrace rest and relaxation. The energy is rising, the temperature is warming and the days are longer. Generally we do more, we get lifted and excited and so we do more and we get lifted and excited – get the picture.
Movement
Movement can be relaxing and restful, not necessarily a run, a gym workout or a fitness class. Try instead slow movement like stretching, swimming, yoga or Tai qi.
These movements involve changing our breathing by slowing it down. Slow the in breath, slow the out breath or slow both while doing movement. This reduces cortisol the stress chemical and creates calmness that moves through your whole being.
Timed Breaks
If once you have rested and relaxed you have become more tired and lethargic this means your resources are low i.e. not much gas in the tank. You may use stimulants to get through the day. Does this sound like you?
To keep balance, reduce coffee, energy drinks, and alcohol and sugar foods. These are all false resources that have a short sharp life span and can do harm in the long term. You could instead have short timed breaks through out a day 10-15 minutes where you do nothing. Create a schedule and negotiate with those around you. It can increase your productivity.
Meditate
Meditate. I know you’ve heard it all before and you find it difficult to sit still. There are other ways to meditate. Try lying down, standing or moving. The aim is to change the sped and frequencies of the brainwaves not go to sleep. Although you can go to sleep if you want to.
If you are interested in learning more about Rest and Relaxation contact Mana.
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