This section is designed to help you become more familiar with relaxation techniques which, if practiced regularly, can produce a positive physiological response and assist in countering stress. These technques are most effective when accompanied by regular exercise, a nutritious diet and a positive mental attitude.

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Yoga The literal translation for yoga means the connection between mind, spirit and body. It is a system of exercises or poses (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayamas), and meditation used to attain bodily and mental control for well-being.

Meditation Meditation may improve health by lowering blood pressure, alleviating insomnia, reducing stress and improving memory. Many women claim that they feel younger, happier, and more alert from meditating.

Massage Massage is the manipulation of soft body tissue with the hands, fingers, elbows and/or feet by rubbing or kneading movements.

Aromatherapy For centuries people have derived theraputic benefits from aromatherapy to both their physical and psychological well being.

Relaxation Breathing Relaxation Breathing is also called the "1:4:2: Ratio". This technique can be used to provide the concentration or balance you need during a stressful or tiring situation.

Acupuncture Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese form of medicine, dating back some 5,000 years. It is used to provide relief from conditions such as back ache, eczema, arthritis, and asthma, just to name a few.

Biofeedback Biofeedback is a technique used in psychophysiology where a psychophysiologist trains a person to alter their brain activity, blood pressure, muscle tension, heart rate or other bodily functions by being "fed back" information about what was occurring in their bodies in either a visual or audible way.