Ahh! Day 5 of Asylum and it is Relief day. As I stretch into the poses, I begin to realize I've been slacking on my stretching (okay, maybe alot....hanging my head in shame). I love that Shaun says, as we are guided into the poses, that this isn't "releasing" it is "relief". I like the analogy. Yes, we can release things but oh, what a relief it is to do so! What a breath of fresh air!
Just the act of releasing those things that are weighing you down will provide tremendous relief: tons of weight will be lifted off your shoulders (no more stress baggage, people--kick it to the curb). Plus the upside of all the exercise is it is a cheap prescription for anxiety. (gives you a boost of serotonin & endorphins, you know all that "feel good" stuff)
Feeling better can start here, now....just give yourself permission to breathe!
Denise
Great post Denise, it really is important to stretch and take time off. I too am bad at the stretching and skip it lots. You've reminded me to stretch and just breathe.
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