What are the benefits of relaxation?
Relaxation isn’t just about rest or enjoying your hobby or recreational activity. It’s about having a go-to relaxation practice that you can use on a regular basis. And it’s worth the effort. Take a look at just a few of the benefits.
What are the steps in relaxation?
To return our mind and body to a relaxed state takes an intentional effort. If not, our body and mind stay at a high level of alert, resulting in numerous damaging physical and mental effects. Here’s what to do…
Does a Busy Mind Keep You Awake at Night?
Do you toss and turn at night? Do you churn things in your mind, robbing you of much-needed sleep? If so, you aren't alone. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends that adults need seven or more hours of sleep per night to reduce the risk of adverse health outcomes. Many fall short of this guideline. So, what can you do to improve your sleep?
Having Trouble Relaxing?
If you are like me, every time I decide to do something just for me, I have a flash of all the things that I should be doing instead. Since my to-do list is quite long, I have to fight the urge to postpone that relaxing walk or leisure reading to get something done on my list. After all, I’ve seen the research on the importance of self-control and self-regulation in obtaining long-term goals. Yet, recent research shines a light on the importance of fun and relaxation, too. Let’s take a look…
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