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| move your body to beat Stress |
- Breathe - deep, slow, diaphragmatic breathing calms you down and gives you a moments peace to gather yourself and your thoughts before moving on
- Stretch - regular stretching not only feels good, but it helps you to keep tight muscles loose and moving. If you work in any physical job or sit in front of a computer all day, it is essential that you take regular breaks to stretch your body
- Sing - turn that stereo up in the car or at home and belt out your favourite song or sing your heart out in the shower. Singing opens up the throat and diaphragm and creates a sense of joy in the body.
- Move - your body. Whether you dance, ride a bike, garden, walk or go to the gym, exercise is a proven Stress Buster. Yoga, swimming, surfing, dancing are all great ways to reduce Stress and promote joy.
- Massage - there is no doubt about it, regular massage therapy and bodywork help to relieve Stress, be it a nurturing deep relaxation treatment, a foot reflexology treatment or a structural remedial massage treatment. Hands on healing works. Massage and Bodywork relieves Stress and promotes self awareness.
