Why Relaxing Is Good for You?

Relaxation reduces stress and the symptoms of mental health conditions like depression, anxiety and schizophrenia. Relaxation also has other related health benefits, including: lowering your heart rate, blood pressure and breathing rate. reducing muscle tension and chronic pain.

Why is it important to relax your mind?

Practicing 'relaxation' is paramount to managing stress. When we relax, the flow of blood increases around our body giving us more energy. It helps us to have a calmer and clearer mind which aids positive thinking, concentration, memory and decision making.

What happens when your body relaxes?

Your Heart Rate Slows

This "fight or flight" response sends out hormones called catecholamines to speed up your heart. But relaxation lets your body know it's OK to save energy. Your parasympathetic system takes over and releases a hormone called acetylcholine. That slows your heart rate down.