Relaxation

woman relaxing on hammock

Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax!


Practicing ‘relaxation’ is paramount to managing stress. When we relax, the flow of blood increases around our body giving us more energy. It helps us to have a calmer and clearer mind which aids positive thinking, concentration, memory and decision making.
Relaxation slows our heart rate, reduces our blood pressure and relieves tension. It also aids digestion as we absorb essential nutrients more efficiently when relaxed, which helps to fight off disease and infection.

Ways to include relaxation in your life!


Find a relaxation technique that works for you and make it part of your daily routine, even if it’s just for 5 or 10 minutes a day.
If you’re interested in mindfulness, you may want to use mindfulness colouring books to help you focus on the present moment and take your mind off other things. This includes an aspect of art therapy, another relaxation technique.
Keeping a healthy work life balance helps with relaxation and managing stress.

Five relaxation techniques: