Mental Relaxation Techniques

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Relaxation Techniques for Stress Relief
http://helpguide.org/mental/stress_relief_meditation_yoga_relaxation.htm

Starting a meditation practice



All you need to start meditating are: A quiet environment. Choose a secluded place in your home, office, garden, place of worship, or in the great outdoors where you can relax without distractions or interruptions.

• A comfortable position. Get comfortable, but avoid lying down as this may lead to you falling asleep. Sit up with your spine straight, either in a chair or on the floor. You can also try a cross-legged or lotus position.
• A point of focus. Pick a meaningful word or phrase and repeat it throughout your session. You may also choose to focus on an object in your surroundings to enhance your concentration, or alternately, you can close your eyes.
• An observant, noncritical attitude. Don’t worry about distracting thoughts that go through your mind or about how well you’re doing. If thoughts intrude during your relaxation session, don’t fight them. Instead, gently turn your attention back to your point of focus

Here are a few relaxing music videos:

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[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7pEg3KXNcs&feature=related"]YouTube- Norah Jones-Sunrise (with Lyrics)[/ame]