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7 Free Relaxation Techniques for Stress

on December 18, 2020

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7 Free Relaxation Techniques for Stress

When stress has you rolled up in knots or you can't fall asleep because of all the things on your mind, it helps to have some relaxation techniques for stress to help calm your mind. 1. Hot Bath or Shower My go-to for a stressful day is to take a hot bath or shower while listening to music on my shower radio. I especially like to use Epsom salts in a hot bath. Epsom salts can increase your intake of magnesium, which can reduce pain, induce relaxation, and help you sleep better. 2. Progressive Muscle Relaxation In progressive muscle relaxation, you concentrate relaxing on one body part at a time. It is often an effective way to fall asleep. Bob and Brad, the "two most famous physical therapists on the internet", have a great video on how to do progressive muscle relaxation. I find their other videos helpful for physical pain issues, too. 3. Mindfulness Meditation or Prayer Experts at Harvard Medical School believe mindfulness meditation or prayer has a myriad of physica