Motivation logo

10 Ways to Relax in 10 Minutes a Day

Finding a few minutes to relax!

By Lorna HarveyPublished 2 years ago 4 min read
Like

The majority of us have a limited amount of time and opportunity to relax, despite the fact that it would be good to just take a long vacation or check out of work every day for a few hours.

On the other hand, we typically have a spare ten minutes here and there spread out throughout the day.

There are many different ways that you can unwind in an amount of time that is no more than ten minutes.

If you do this a few times each day, you'll find that you won't need that extended vacation as much as you thought you would.

Relax in as little as ten minutes with the help of these techniques:

1. Meditate. There are a lot of advantages to practicing meditation.

Although it has existed for thousands of years, it is currently experiencing a surge in popularity.

Many authorities suggest that the advantages of meditation can be attained with as little as one minute of practice every hour.

2. Take Charge Of Your Breathing. One of the few aspects of your physiology that you have complete command over is your breathing.

Taking breaths that are slower and deeper will assist you in relaxing. Pay attention to the sensation of air moving through your mouth or nostrils as you breathe in and out.

If you find that it helps, count each breath as you take it.

3. Visualize a Serene Scene. Our thoughts lead to our feelings and vice versa.

If you give your mind something pleasant to think about, you might anticipate having a more pleasurable state of mind.

4. Devote Some Of Your Time To Your Pet. Having a pet is a privilege. They have few requirements, and they ask for even fewer things in return.

They never lose their enthusiasm when they see you again. Observe how much better you feel after spending some quality time with your pet.

Your pet is going to absolutely adore the additional attention, too. You don't have a pet, do you? Borrow the pet of a friend instead.

All It Takes Is 10 Mindful Minutes Video:

5. Have a Chat With a Friend. You should give a pal a call, or even better, you should meet in person.

Your stress levels can be significantly reduced by having even a brief conversation with a person you can completely open up to.

In addition to this, you'll be keeping up with your relationships.

6. Go for a Brisk Little Stroll. Even though going for a long walk is ideal, if you only have 10 minutes to spare, going for a short stroll can be quite beneficial in relieving tension.

While you are walking, make sure to pay great attention to the area around you. It will distract you from the difficulties at hand for a short period of time.

7. Take in Some Musical Sounds. The capacity of music to influence one's state of mind is truly remarkable.

Consider playing a few songs that will put you in a state of mind that is more favorable to you. Do not interrupt!

YouTube makes it possible to listen to virtually any music at no cost, so if you don't have those tunes on hand right now, you can always check there.

8. Chew Some Gum. It has been demonstrated that chewing gum can effectively lower levels of cortisol, which is the key stress hormone.

Also, many people enjoy the activity of blowing bubbles. Both relieving your stress and entertaining yourself can be accomplished at the same time.

9. Go Outside and Soak Up Some Sun. On a day with great weather, take some time to unwind and enjoy the sun.

The feeling of warmth all over your body can be a terrific mood booster, and at the same time, you'll be getting a healthy dose of vitamin D.

10. Make a List of Your Worries. Writing down everything that's upsetting you is one strategy to reduce the effects of stress and anxiety in your life.

Get it out of your head and onto writing so you can go on. When you look at it from a different perspective, you could discover that things aren't nearly as awful as you thought they were.

Dealing with Stress!

It is imperative that you take action if you notice that you are frequently experiencing feelings of stress.

Constantly feeling stressed is not only a dreadful experience in and of itself, but it is also harmful to one's physical health.

If you want to unwind, you need to schedule time for it every day. Ten minutes of relaxation time may be all that's necessary to relieve some of the pressure you're under.

Ten minutes should not be allowed to go to waste. Make use of them to unwind!

self help
Like

About the Creator

Lorna Harvey

My love of writing is relatively new but since I started it has become a passion. I hope you enjoy my writing and look forward to your comments.

Reader insights

Be the first to share your insights about this piece.

How does it work?

Add your insights

Comments

There are no comments for this story

Be the first to respond and start the conversation.

Sign in to comment

    Find us on social media

    Miscellaneous links

    • Explore
    • Contact
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of Use
    • Support

    © 2024 Creatd, Inc. All Rights Reserved.