I found out that you need to become familiar with your own breathing patterns and change them in ways that will help you relax. Our breathing pattern is often disrupted by changes in emotion. Rhythmic breathing is one way to reduce them. Inhale slowly then exhale slowly. Count to five as you do each. You can also do deep breathing activities. It's where you imagine a spot just below your navel, you breathe into that spot, le the air fill you from the abdomen up, then let it out like a deflating balloon. With every slow exhalation you should feel more relaxed. Also, you can do visualized breathing. This is where you find a comfortable place where you can close your eyes, and combine slowed breathing with your imagination. Picture relaxation entering your body and tension leaving your body. Breathe in a natural rhythm. Each time you exhale you imagine that you are getting rid of a little more tension. Progressive muscle relaxation is also another way. This is where you switch your thoughts to yourself and your breathing patterns. You take a few deep breaths and exhale slowly. Then you mentally scan your body. Quickly loosen up your tense areas. Let go of as much tension as you can. Rotate your head in a smooth, circular motion once or twice. Roll your shoulders, let your muscles completely relax. Recall a pleasant thought for a few seconds. Take another deep breath and exhale slowly, you should feel relaxed after this. Also you can listen to music. You can combine your exercising activities with your favorite music playing in the background. Select music that you think is calming and soothing.
Source:http://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/guide/relaxation-techniques
Angel Morrisey
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