4 Techniques To Relieve Tension & Anxiety

In this tumultuous and hectic world peace is sought after most highly; in the mind, body, and spirit. One can become accustomed to not being at peace and over time fail to see it as something to seek after or obtainable, allowing anxiety to conquer and rule.

Peace is obtainable… through knowledge, understanding & focus.

We hope the following will help.

ACUPRESSURE

1. Union Valley Point

You’ll find this pressure point in the webbing between your thumb and index finger.

Stimulating this point is said to reduce stress, headaches, and neck pain. Like the shoulder well point, it can also induce labour, so avoid this point if you’re pregnant.

To use this point:

With your index finger and thumb, apply firm pressure to the webbing between the thumb and index finger of your other hand.
Massage the pressure point for four to five seconds, taking slow, deep breaths.

2. The Hall of Impression point lies between your eyebrows. Applying pressure to this point is said to help with both anxiety and stress.

To use this point:

Sit comfortably. It can help to close your eyes.
Touch the spot between your eyebrows with your index finger or thumb.
Take slow, deep breaths and apply gentle, firm pressure in a circular motion for 5 to 10 minutes.

3. The Heavenly Gate Point is located in the upper shell of your ear, at the tip of the triangle-like hollow there.

Stimulating this point is said to help relieve anxiety, stress, and insomnia.

To use this point:

Locate the point in your ear. It might help to use a mirror.
Apply firm, gentle pressure in a circular motion for two minutes.

BREATHING

4. Belly Breathing

According to The American Institute of Stress, 20 to 30 minutes of belly breathing each day will reduce stress and anxiety. Find a comfortable, quiet place to sit or lie down. For example, try sitting in a chair, sitting cross-legged, or lying on your back with a small pillow under your head and another under your knees.

Place one hand on your upper chest and the other hand on your belly, below the ribcage.
Allow your belly to relax, without forcing it inward by squeezing or clenching your muscles.
Breathe in slowly through your nose. The air should move into your nose and downward so that you feel your stomach rise with your other hand and fall inward (toward your spine).
Exhale slowly through slightly pursed lips. Take note of the hand on your chest, which should remain relatively still.

Although the sequence frequency will vary according to your health, most people begin by doing the exercise three times and working up to five to 10 minutes, one to four times a day.

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