Well-Being Hacks
How prevalent stress has become is rather disturbing. No matter where we are, whether in our personal or professional life, stressful events might occur. When stress is neglected, it gradually worsens, resulting in high blood pressure, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and a host of other health problems. Even while it is not possible to completely eradicate stress, we can still find a way to deal with it. Find out how to handle stress in a way that benefits you.
You may take care of your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual welfare by routinely engaging in yogic practises including asanas, pranayama, and meditation. Sun Salutations, also known as Surya Namaskars, as well as breathing and meditation exercises should be done in the morning.
Asanas
Start with Sukshma Vyayam or subtle exercises. These involves warming up the joints by rotating the neck, arms, wrists, hips, and ankles. Walk around briskly for a few minutes while stretching and moving your muscles. This will protect you from practice-related injuries and get your body ready for a practise. These basic asanas are suitable for holding for up to a minute each.
· Hastha Uthanasana
· Dhanurasana – Bow Pose
· Urdvamukha Svanasana – Upward Dog Pose
· Veera Bhadrasana – Warrior Pose
· Sarvangasana – Shoulder stand
Meditation
Swaas Dhyan
Formation
· Sit in Sukhasana, Ardha Padmasana or Padmasana
· Place your palms facing up (Prapthi Mudra)
· Straighten your back and close your eyes
· Focus on your inhale and exhale.
Gradually, keep your awareness to your breathing until you reach a point where your complete focus is on your inhalation and exhalation with your mind almost completely devoid of thoughts.
Disha/direction: Face towards East
Benefits
· Reduces stress
· You will experience calmness
· Clears your mind of unwanted thoughts
Pranayama
Method:
· Sit in Sukhasana, Ardha Padmasana, Vajrasana or Poorna Padmasana.
· Keep your back straight, shoulders relaxed and close your eyes to focus on your breath.
· Place your palms on your knees facing upward (in Prapthi Mudra)
Kapal Bhati
Method
· Inhale normally and focus on exhaling with a short, rhythmic and forceful breath
· Inhalation should happen automatically
Spandan Kriya
· Sit in any comfortable pose
· Straighten your back and close your eyes
· Inhale and exhale normally
· Use your index finger to start making gentle taps in the center of your forehead (where your third eye is said to be located)
· Feel a tingling sensation in the center of your forehead
Invest in a hobby
We should all set aside some time for themselves. This might be your own zone where you focus on developing your skills, enhancing your creativity, or engaging in an activity you enjoy.
All of these techniques enable you to think clearly, free your mind from constant chatter, and establish a deeper connection with yourself. Your ability to overcome challenging circumstances that life throws at you is a result of your attentiveness. Reduce stress in your life by directing your efforts towards personal growth and improvement.
