How to Relax in 5 Minutes: A Simple Relaxation Technique

To feel the effect of the first classes, find a comfortable and quiet place where you will not be distracted for at least five minutes. Then you need to alternately tighten and relax the muscles throughout the body in the following order: Forearm. Bend your elbows and try to press your fists to your shoulders. Muscles of the back of the hands. Straighten your arms as much as you can. Shoulders. Raise your shoulders towards your ears. Neck. Tilt your head back. Forehead. Raise your eyebrows as if asking a question. eyelids. Close your eyes tightly. Jaw. Clench your teeth. Tongue and throat. Press the tongue on the palate. Lips. Squeeze your lips tightly, as if you want to hold something small with them. Breast. Take a deep breath and hold your breath. Stomach. Tighten your abdominal muscles as if you are preparing for a punch. Hips and waist. Arch your back and squeeze your buttocks. Legs. Straighten your legs and pull your toes. Tighten your muscles to the maximum for 10 seconds, and then relax them and listen to the difference in sensations.