Need the basic steps to doing basically nothing?
Relaxing should come relatively easy, but for many people, it does not. You need to give your brain a chance to rest once in a while, and let go of life's obligations, problems and worries....that's all part of Relaxing 101.
One of the world's most natural tools in helping you relax, is the hammock. It allows you to reach that peaceful state of mind that we don't get all that often. Here are some tips that can clear your head and help you feel a spiritual connection.
- Take a breath of fresh air: The more we think about our breathing, the less we think about anything else. Whether you are sitting comfortably in your hammock chair, or lying in your jumbo hammock, just relax your face, keep your eyes open but unfocused, and breathe in and out, slowly and evenly. Deep breathing lowers stress and heart-rate in a very healthy way.
- Let your muscles go: It is amazing how much our bodies try to hold us up. Even if you feel relaxed, your muscles are probably fighting gravity. Try this to release your muscles; Start with your toes, and clench them as tight as you can, then let them relax. Do this with your other leg muscles, your forehead, and even your eyes. In the end you'll actually feel much heavier when you sink in to your hammock, as if gravity has increased, because your relieved muscles have dropped their load.
- Stick with it: Most meditation techniques involve a mantra of some sort. If you concentrate on something, make it something good! and most of all, stick with it, don't give up when your mind starts to wander or clutter up. That is normal and it happens to everyone.
Relaxation and peace will come, even if it takes a while, and soon, you'll be in hammock heaven!
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