Relaxation is Important for Our Body

Here’s why:

Candice FraserThe Kindness Couch

I don’t know about you, but January always feels like I am still carrying an end of year exhaustion hangover Life is so busy, we can get caught up in the busyness and forget to take time to stop, rest and reset

When we get stuck in the busyness and stress of life our bodies fight, flight, freeze response kicks in, often unnoticed. This built-in defence mechanism is fabulous when we REALLY need it, but when it’s activated long-term due to day-to-day life it isn’t great for our physical, mental or emotional health.

When we are in fight/flight/freeze, our body moves its resources to defend ourselves.

So, what does this mean? It means our bodies resources are diverted away from things like digestion (think weight gain/loss, belly and bowl problems,) reproductive system (conception), you can’t think as clearly, feeling on edge (hello anxiety), high blood pressure, increased feelings of fear, and the inability to relax In the long-term this can lead to all sort of health complication The good news is there are some simple things you can do to activate your relaxation response today:

Deep breathing

Visualise peaceful images

Walk-in nature Meditate Exercise

Spend time with friends and family (who make you feel happy and relaxed )

If you are struggling to relax and reset, reach out for help, we all need help from time to time, and that’s okay.