Why Relaxation Is So Important!

The secret of profound meditation is learning to relax.

Learning to relax is itself a powerful tool.  So much of our energy is wasted with physical and mental tensions that we hold on to. Sometimes the tension causes problems with sleep; that can cause more tension the following day.  Letting go of that tension gives us energy to do other things. 

The old joke about not wanting to relax over fear of not knowing who we are is quite real.  We often “know” ourselves by our system of tensions.  But, releasing these tensions can put us in touch with ourselves which then helps in making decisions about our life.

Try taking a few deep breaths, you might feel a small sense of relaxation. You may also feel that you are better able to think clearly. Many people take deep breaths instinctively when they need to clear their head or want to relax.

Using deep or full breathing is a simple yet profound tool for restoring your body and mind. Learning quick relaxation tools is very useful for living with the stress of everyday life.

In some moment of the day or night, inhale a breath of air and imagine that you direct this air to your heart. Then, ask with strength for yourself and for your loved ones.  Ask with strength to move away from all that brings you contradiction:  ask for your life to have unity.