I used to live in a world of constant thinking/planning and worst case scenario stress/fear/anger/tension. I was physical and mental mess. I was never relaxed.
Being able to relax was an effect that came with using my 5 main muscles of movement and working towards aligning my midline anatomy and balancing my body.
As I’ve regained my natural range of movement, releasing physical restrictions, my mind has become much calmer. I sleep better, I feel at ease. I’m more accepting, less controlling, and without the constant thoughts about what I should/need/must do. (I’d almost use the word happy).
Working with these main muscles was my “in” to understanding things that are meant to help with relaxation—yoga, tai chi etc. Starting with my ‘Base-Line’ pelvic floor and rectus abdominis muscles.
It’s been a long slog (my body was wrecked) but well worth it if you’re willing to look at some anatomy pictures, palpate the muscles on your body learn to connect with them.
Reducing stress and tension on the body = reduced stress and tension in the mind.
I used to live in a world of constant thinking/planning and worst case scenario stress/fear/anger/tension. I was physical and mental mess. I was never relaxed.
Being able to relax was an effect that came with using my 5 main muscles of movement and working towards aligning my midline anatomy and balancing my body.
As I’ve regained my natural range of movement, releasing physical restrictions, my mind has become much calmer. I sleep better, I feel at ease. I’m more accepting, less controlling, and without the constant thoughts about what I should/need/must do. (I’d almost use the word happy).
Working with these main muscles was my “in” to understanding things that are meant to help with relaxation—yoga, tai chi etc. Starting with my ‘Base-Line’ pelvic floor and rectus abdominis muscles.
It’s been a long slog (my body was wrecked) but well worth it if you’re willing to look at some anatomy pictures, palpate the muscles on your body learn to connect with them.
Reducing stress and tension on the body = reduced stress and tension in the mind.