Relax—We’ll Show You How It’s Done!

Health From Elizabeth Scott, M.S., your About.com Health Editor The daily challenges of life can be taxing both physically and emotionally.  And what’s worse is that the more stressed you feel, the more reactive to stress you may become.  Carrying physical tension in your body can affect your overall wellness, so it’s important to have relaxation strategies that work for you.  This week, the health experts at About.com are bringing you information and tips to help you to relax both physically and emotionally.  Learn more about why this is important, and find strategies for making it a regular habit, and enjoy your week! -- Elizabeth Scott Want more from About.com Health? Like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, or visit our Pinterest page for healthy living tips for you and your family. Importance of Relaxation When stress becomes chronic, it can take a heavy toll on your health and happiness. Learn about the toll of chronic stress and how relaxation can be the key to avoiding much of the fallout. Chronic Stress And The Role Of Relaxation What Is Stress Doing To Your Health? Stress and The Risk Of Chronic Disease How Does Stress Cause Heart Disease? Relax Your Mind The mind is a powerful tool for relaxation. Learn how you can release tension in your body and powerfully combat stress using mental strategies. Visualizations For Relaxation Meditation Menu: Try A New Meditation Relaxation For Those With Anxiety Relax Your Body Physical relaxation techniques can help you to feel more relaxed emotionally and can help you to release tension in your body. Here are some easy and effective relaxation techniques you can start using right now. How To Practice Body Scan Meditation Progressive Muscle Relaxation: How It Works Yoga Stretches To Practice At Your Desk Habits For Relaxing Each Day Making tension-taming strategies a habit can help you to remain peaceful and relaxed, preemptively fighting tension in your body and mind. Here are some of the most effective habits you can work into your lifestyle. Popular Relaxation Techniques You Can Practice Daily Gentle Yoga Stretches For Relaxation Five-Minute Pilates Strategies For Relaxation Additional Relaxation Resources Basic Visualization For Relaxation In Labor Manage Phobias With Relaxation Relaxation For Chronic Pain   More from About.com Sign up for Shareables! An every-morning rundown of the day in history, with headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Click here to sign up! It's free (of course) and we think you'll like it! Want More From About.com? Check out our social channels tailored to every interest! Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Healthy Eating newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Follow us on: