In our life, we feel stressed so many times. Then, we search for some shortcut or anything which could reduce our stress quickly because we are so busy with our life. We couldn’t give sufficient time for our mind and body. Therefore, in this blog, I’ve come up with five quick ways for instant relaxation of body and mind. These five ways are going to ensure that you get free from your stress.
The wonderful thing is that these ways are so simple and easy to follow. You all are quite familiar with these methods. You could practice these methods at your work place, at your home or any outside place. No one needs to spend a single penny on this. You don’t have to use any instrument or tool in practice. The only thing which is required to practice these methods is your intention of doing it. You must feel and enjoy it. Let’s take on these one by one.
1. Deep Breathing
Breath is our need like food and sleep. Whenever you get into any kind of stress in your life, just try to take a deep breath. You could do this practice anywhere in the world even while travelling somewhere. You could even close your eyes for your comfort. The only thing which you have to focus on is to feel the breath. The process must be very slow and quiet. Your mouth must be closed and you breathe with your nose.
Now, start with deep inhaling, then pause for a couple of seconds, or according to your capacity of breath. After that, exhale slowly and calmly, then again pause for a couple of seconds. Then, the same process goes on and just after a couple of repetitions you would feel immense relaxation in your mind and body because your circulation of blood is normal in your body. The same way, your thoughts in your mind are stable. Now, you are in the position to make the right decision. This is a pretty popular method which is being spoken about many times on many platforms because it is equally effective.
2. Lay down & relax your body
This method is limited to places as you couldn’t perform it anywhere . You could perform it at your home or at your training area or somewhere you could easily access to lay down in sleeping position . This is a popular Yogasna as well & it is called savasana (शवासन in Sanskrit) . This is supposed to do after all asanas (yoga forms) because it is meant to perform for complete relax of mind and body and normal circulation of blood in the body .
All what you have to do to perform this Asana is to lay down straight , face look to sky , close your eyes and deep breath . Now you could go for relaxing your whole body by keeping all your parts extreme loose like a dead body (A reason why this asana is called शवासन , शव (Sanskrit) means corpse) . Adding to this, you have to control your thoughts as well . Just after a span of 5 or 10 minutes you are going to feel complete refresh from your mind and body .
3. Laugh hard
Another amazing method of instant relaxation of body and mind is to laugh blindly. This method is going to give you the most instant result of all methods. It works very fast. Whenever you feel extreme stress in your mind, just find a reason to laugh hard. Even if you don’t get any reason, imagine thinking something laughable and start laughing. It seems an effective method of stress buster. You may hear of laughing therapy as well. You may see people in the parks laughing hard in the morning.
There are clubs and wellness fitness centres where they use this laughing method and link it to perfect health.
Integrate Sustainable Wellness & Fitness into your wellness journey to complement laughter therapy with purposeful movement. Laughing is pretty good for health—it could cure many diseases just like that. I don’t say to laugh hard with only stress but make it a habit to laugh.
4. Eat your favourite food
It may seem funny for many of you but it works in my life. Whenever I feel stressed, I try to catch my favourite food. The moment I feed my stomach with my favourite food, I forget all worries about my life. I don’t have any scientific logic of it but it works or worked in my life. So, I could imagine that it would work in your life as well.
I don’t say that every time you get stress on your mind that you must go to eat your favourite food but it’s upon the availability of food and your situation. If you are hungry and your favourite food is available then why don’t you eat it. So, my idea is that at least try this method once in your life and see the results. The best part is there is nothing to lose. If it won’t work in your life at least you’ve filled your stomach with enjoyment.
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5. Sing your favourite track
This is another quite popular stress buster. One way is to listen to your favourite track (song). When you listen to your favourite track, you get an emotional connection with the song. You start feeling it, your whole concentration goes to the track of a particular moment. You get away from any stress in your mind and body because you enjoy somewhere else (song).
Another way is to sing your favourite track yourself. When you sing any song you use your vocal tools and mind to sing it. Adding to this, you enjoy your singing as well because it’s your favourite track. Therefore, you get away from any stress in your mind and body. I’m getting an example of a popular cricketer from India, Mr. Virender Sehwag. He used to sing a lot while playing and making big scores because this way he enjoyed the game more than earlier. His fellow players and Sehwag himself have admitted it many times in interviews.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I practice these relaxation methods?
These methods can be practiced daily or whenever you feel stressed. There’s no limit to how often you can use them. Start with practicing once a day and gradually increase frequency based on your needs. Some people benefit from using one method multiple times daily, especially during stressful situations.
Can I combine multiple relaxation methods for better results?
Absolutely. You can combine any of these methods to create your own relaxation routine. For example, you could do deep breathing while lying down (savasana), or listen to your favorite song while eating your favorite food. Combining methods often provides enhanced stress relief and helps you find what works best for your unique situation.
Do these methods work if I'm severely stressed or anxious?
These methods are excellent for managing everyday stress and tension. They can provide quick relief in most situations. However, if you’re dealing with severe anxiety, panic attacks, or chronic stress, these methods should complement professional mental health support, not replace it. Consider speaking with a healthcare provider for severe stress conditions.
Can I practice these methods at my workplace?
Most of these methods can be practiced at work. Deep breathing can be done discreetly at your desk. Listening to music during breaks works well. Laughing and singing may be more suitable during lunch breaks or informal settings. Savasana typically requires a quiet space where you can lie down, so it’s better suited for home or dedicated relaxation areas. Choose methods based on your work environment.
Is there any scientific backing for these relaxation techniques?
Yes. Deep breathing has been scientifically proven to activate the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing stress hormones. Laughter therapy increases endorphins and improves mood. Music therapy is recognized by healthcare professionals for its mental health benefits. While some methods like savasana come from ancient yoga traditions, modern research supports their effectiveness for relaxation and stress reduction.
