Increased Relaxation = Reduced Stress

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 Feeling Good Leads to Well Being


Neuroscience has provided consistent evidence that a relaxed brain is the most efficient brain. A relaxed brain, therefore, enables us to mentally function at our best. For instance, some studies demonstrate that relaxation is related to improved learning and memory. Likewise, studies show that relaxing and reducing stress promotes physical and emotional well being and feeling good in both dimensions.

Here is a short list of general ways to achieve a relaxed state and a reduction in stress. Following the list are links to websites, that provide greater descriptions and the "how to" of practicing such preventive and health promoting behaviors.

1. Get good quality sleep
2. Practice deep breathing
3. Meditate
4. Exercise at a moderate level
5. Take tech breaks (from all devices and in particular, social media)
6. Do something fun
7. Laugh and experience humor
8. Connect with others in socially pleasant ways
9. Practice a hobby engages and interests you
10. Nurture your senses (sight, sound, smell, touch and taste)


Highlight the links, below and open in a new tab to read the related articles:


 WebMD

10 Relaxation Techniques That Zap Stress Fast

By Jeannette Moninger
https://www.webmd.com/balance/guide/blissing-out-10-relaxation-techniques-reduce-stress-spot#1




WikiHow
How to Relax Your Mind
Co-authored by WikiHow staff
https://www.wikihow.com/Relax-Your-Mind#Relaxing_Activities_sub



Very Well Mind
Stress Relievers: 70 Ways to Reduce Stress 
By Elizabeth Scott, MS; Reviewed by Steven Gans, M.D. 
https://www.verywellmind.com/tips-to-reduce-stress-3145195



Psychology Today 
When’s the Last Time You Did Nothing? 9 Easy Ways to Relax
By Susan Biali, M.D.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/prescriptions-life/201205/when-s-the-last-time-you-did-nothing-9-easy-ways-relax

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