Relaxation For Dummies (Book + CD)
Uplift your spirit, relax your body and calm your mindDon't allow stress to undermine your health, wreck your relationships and hold back your career. LetRelaxation For Dummiesshow you how to achieve the level of deep, healing relaxation you need in your everyday life in order to survive and thrive in today's stressed-out, hurry-up world. Expert Shamash Alidina introduces you to an array of proven techniques, ranging from simple breathing and muscle relaxation exercises to guided imagery, meditation and yoga and tai chi.Get the lowdown on stress – understand stress and its debilitatingeffects on your body, mind and emotions, and find out why comfort eating and vegging out in front the telly is definitely not the answerSlow down and aim high – discover how regularly achieving a state of deep relaxation can boost your well-being and productivity, and learn how to make it a part of your everyday lifeManage stress-related problems – master an array of relaxation tools for beating anxiety, depression, anger, chronic illness, burnout and moreAudio CD Includes5 guided relaxation techniques, including progressive muscular relaxation and loving kindness meditationStep by step advice to help you get the most out of these relaxation techniquesOpen the book and find:Top tips for managing stress at home and in the workplaceAdvice on strengthening relationships with family and friendsWays to master common fears, such as flying and public speakingGuidance for beating hypertension, back pain and digestive problemsAdvice for overcoming insomniaHow to integrate exercise into your daily routineRelaxation solutions for a range of common problems"This amazing book gives you the tools and techniques you need to relax at will under any circumstances."—Brian Tracy, author ofHow Top Leaders LeadLearn to:Understand the importance of relaxation for your mind and bodyIntegrate exercise into your everyday lifeFind opportunities for relaxation at home and in the workplaceFollow the guided meditations on the audio CD to enhance your relaxation experience