Relaxation for the head and muscles

For tension in the neck and shoulder area

Sit upright on the front third of the chair. Hold the right and left under the seat with both hands. Take your shoulders back a bit and then pull them towards your ears? the movement is minimal, the muscle tension in the shoulder area maximum. Point the upper body forward and at the same time slightly upwards. Hold the tension for ten seconds, continue to breathe, then slowly release. Remove your hands from the chair and shake something out of your arms and shoulders.

That's how it works: ensures better circulation of the neck and shoulder girdle.

Better listen

Gently pull both ear cups with your thumb and forefinger from the inside out, as if you wanted to make the ears two sizes larger. From the top gently stroke the ear edge down to the earlobes. Repeat the exercise at least three times.

That's how it works: activates short-term memory, increases hearing and promotes abstract thinking.

Spiritually refresh

The Acupressure Point Shuigou? LG 26 can be found in the upper lip dimples between nostrils and upper lip. Divide the dimple horizontally into three sections, the energy point lies between the upper and middle section. Press this point with the fingertip of a finger for about one to two minutes with medium pressure while breathing deeply and evenly. The effectiveness of this exercise can be increased even further by pressing the point regularly for several weeks.

That's how it works: improves concentration and memory, clears and refreshes the mind.

Take a deep breath

While sitting, pull the head (vertex of the head) upwards - the cervical spine stretches and the chin sinks towards the floor. Fold your hands behind your head. The elbows are pointing slightly outwards (watch out if it's getting tight - not that you're inconspicuously holding your neighbor's elbows in the face). Gently press your hands and head against each other without any movement. Hold the tension for about ten seconds, continue to breathe and slowly release the arm position. Now move your head slightly to the right and left five times, as if you were looking at your seatmate.

That's how it works: relaxes the entire neck muscles and significantly improves the oxygen supply in the head.

Exercises for Stress Reduction & Deep Relaxation - Part 4 of 4 - Deep Conscious Sleep (May 2024).