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RESOURCE TOPIC: RELAXATION
The
Art of Relaxing
Tips for Easeful Relaxation
Relaxation Exercise 1: Square Breathing
The Art of Relaxing
Being able to relax is a skill and, like any skill, it takes patience and practice. The more you practice, the easier and faster it will be to perform the steps to relaxation. Of course, the ability to completely relax will not happen overnight, but you should have a general sense of relaxation each time you finish an exercise. The more you practice, the longer this feeling of relaxation will stay with you.
Each relaxation session should last at least 10 minutes, though 15 or 20 minutes is optimum. Practicing every day should be your goal, but in the beginning start working it into your schedule three times a week.
Tips for Easeful Relaxation
* Make a special time to practice relaxation that fits into your schedule
* Find quiet, comfortable place free from distraction
* If possible, practice in the same spot each time
* Use music or a taped sequence to enhance relaxation
* Don't worry about how you are doing
* Spend at least 10 minutes on your relaxation exercises
Relaxation Exercise
1: Square Breathing
Square breathing can be done anywhere.
1. Breathe in through your nose to the count of 4
2. Hold your breath for the count of 4
3. Exhale through your mouth to the count of 4
This will help you to feel calmer as long as you remember to do this exercise!
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