Posted by HoMedics-Chad on 01-31-2011
You can tackle a lot of the daily stress that’s thrown at you with one technique. It’s called mindfulness. What is mindfulness? According to MayoClinic.com, mindfulness is staying focused, engaged and completely absorbed in the task at hand. It means staying in the moment and not being distracted by phone calls or emails – or worries about the past or future.
Do you have an example of when you practiced mindfulness to keep you from becoming stressed?
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/mindfulness/MY00766
Posted by HoMedics-Chad on 01-21-2011
Looking for an excuse to kick back and just relax? Well, Mayo Clinic has plenty for you! Read this article about relaxation techniques and why they’re essential for reducing stress, and you’ll feel less guilty for taking a break. Not only does relaxing make you feel better, but it has considerable health benefits as well.
What’s your favorite way to relax after a long day?
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/relaxation-technique/SR00007
Posted by HoMedics-Chad on 08-24-2010
We all know that relaxing feels good, but does it have any actual health benefits?
According to an article from the Mayo Clinic, relaxing does have multiple health benefits including:
- Slowing your heart rate
- Lowering blood pressure
- Slowing your breathing rate
- Increasing blood flow to major muscles
- Reducing muscle tension and chronic pain
- Improving concentration
- Reducing anger and frustration
- Boosting confidence to handle problems
The Mayo Clinic lists multiple ways to relax including:
- Yoga
- Tai chi
- Listening to music
- Exercise
- Meditation
- Hypnosis
- Massage
Keep this in mind and try to find some time each day for you! Relaxing has been proven to be good for you both physically, as well as mentally. Everyone is different and relaxes in different ways so be sure to find what works for you and try to practice this technique for at least a few minutes each day to work on yout health and happiness!
Be sure to check out our Relaxing Downloads and visit HoMedics.com to browse our line of products that can certainly help you to relax!
If you have any unique ways in which you like to relax, be sure to tell us on out Relaxation Survey to the right.
-Stay Relaxed