This is the choice Master Quest wants kids to make. Taking control of your breath is the first step to changing physiology. Autogenics Autogenics is a technique involving using specific phrases as self-talk. These phrases give the body directions to relax, feel warmth and calmness. We developed a variation of this technique so that it would be fun and more appealing to kids.
Autogenic phrases are one of the most powers types of relaxation techniques.
These two groups were shown to produce the lowest arousal levels following treatment as measured by electromyography, an instrument that measures muscle tension. There are several control based studies using autogenics with children who have stress related health problems like children and headaches. Labbe found children s headaches improved by decreasing both frequency and duration, but not intensity. Research shows that after a child has gone through an imagery exercise, they come back refreshed, relaxed, and much more present, which helps that child absorb more new material, making it easier to learn. Gaining the physical edge is not enough anymore.