Take a few nice little brothers as you release any remaining muscle tension, letting your entire body
enter a state of deep relaxation.
Bring your attention to your breath, follow the sensations of breathing in and out with each exhalation,
mentally say to yourself a single word that you associate with relaxation.
Be calm, breathe, continue saying this word in your mind.
Each time you exhale for three to five minutes, slowly return your awareness to where you are.
When you're ready, open your eyes.
Notice how you feel.
Practice this sequence at least once per day by burying deep relaxation with a word and exhale.
You will be training your mind and body to enter a state of relaxation.
When you find yourself starting to feel tense and stress, you can take a calming breath, say your
word as you exhale and feel the benefits of all your progressive muscle relaxation training.
In a world that puts a premium on constant busyness, it can feel like we can't afford to take time
to relax.
However, this time is never wasted and should not be considered a luxury.
By investing in your own well-being, you will be more productive and more enjoyable to be around.