Jacobson’s progressive muscle relaxation is a highly effective and easy-to-learn relaxation technique. Paying attention to what it feels like to engage and then release your muscles drains away all the tension from your body.
The whole exercise takes no more than 10 minutes. Try to set aside time to relax like this every day.
In fact, why not sit or lie down comfortably and get started right now?
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