SPIRITUAL AND EMOTIONAL WELLNESS

The Power of Deep Breathing and Relaxation.
I have reached the half-way point on the first twenty lessons on my journey to emotional health, healing, vitality and well-being. Now it is time to take a deep breath and relax. Actually this is what E- class ten is about. In this e-class, you will learn the techniques of deep breathing and relaxation. You will not only learn how to use these tools but also why they are so important for your health, vitality and well-being. Deep breathing and relaxation recharge your batteries, helping to revitalize a tired mind and body.

In lesson ten two separate audios are used to teach how to correctly deep breath as well as perform a relaxation exercise.
Deep Breathing Will:
1. Clear our mind so that we can think sharper, quicker and not forget so much

2. Nourish every cell in our body. In some ways feed our cells

3. Help us to relax when faced with a difficult or fearful situation, for example, conflict with someone, a visit to the dentist or doctors.

4. Relax our muscles when tense from stress

5. Act as a cue to relax and let go of tension

6. Give us a buffer when angry so that we do not let loose all of a sudden

7. Open up (dilate) the large arteries at the back of the neck to allow blood and nutrients to reach the brain

8. Allow us to feel more in control of ourselves and our situations.

Benefits of Relaxation:

1. Your breathing slows down, therefore you need less oxygen.

2. When you need less oxygen, your body has less toxins to get rid of. In other words, your body does not have to work so hard.

3. Half hour of relaxation is equivalent to 7 hours of sleep with regards to your oxygen consumption

4. Your mind goes on holidays. The mind is usually very active. Relaxation allows it to slow down and take a rest

5. Tension is released from the muscles – the muscles get to have a rest from constantly working

6. Less tension means you feel less tired

7. You will experience a feeling of peace and calmness

8. Your will experience an alertness that continues after the relaxation is over

9. Although, when you first finish the relaxation you may feel tired and groggy, within a few minutes you will feel alert and energized

10. You will feel more in control of yourself and your environment

11. Your relationships will benefit if you are calmer and more in control.

That is it for this week. If you would like more information on this subject go to http://www.pastorsinnministries.com/  and use the help-line. For more on “The secrets to emotional health, healing, vitality and well-being go to http://www.secretstoemotionalhealth.com/

Have a “Blessed” week!