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Relax - Editorial - Brief Article

Psychology Today , May, 2001 by Robert Epstein

A brief journey to a better state of mind

THIS IS, PERHAPS, THE FIRST EDITORIAL THAT`S meant to be read to you, not by you. So find a partner--preferably one with a soothing voice--get into a comfortable position, and have your partner read the following aloud:

Close your eyes, take a deep breath and exhale very slowly. As the air exits your body, blow away all of your tension, all of your cares, all of the trials of the day. When the air is gone, breath normally and easily, and let yourself relax.

Gradually, very gradually, imagine that the world around you is receding, collapsing, drawing itself into a small bundle of images, constantly shrinking until it`s a small spot of light against a vast black field. As the image continues to shrink, imagine it carrying with it all of the wrongs and ills and evils of the world--murder, rape, hunger, greed --every wrong you can imagine. Focus on the tiny spot as it lingers, briefly, before it finally disappears, leaving a soothing emptiness, a calming, featureless void.

Gradually a sense of hope, of joy, begins to fill your being. a sense that something wonderful is coming. A new spot appears in the void--a beautiful, shimmering spot that gradually expands in size, increasing your sense of well-being with every shift in its diameter. The new spot swells around you, creating a world of kindness and grace and calm. Wondrous images of fields and hills and happy people fall into place around you, as this new, gentle world takes shape.

On a desk in front of you, you see the shining face of a holy man on the cover of a magazine. A gentle breeze blows the pages open, and you glimpse articles about meditation, about a great hero who walked on the moon, about healers and researchers who have made the world a better place. Gradually, very gradually, and retaining the sense of wonder and delight that this new world has created in you, open your eyes.

Robert Epstein, Ph.D., is editor-in-chief of Psychology Today and host of the magazine`s daily radio program, accessible at www.psychtoday.com. He`s also University Research Professor at United States International University and Director Emeritus of the Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies.

Easy Moves

Southern Living , Jan 2004 by Hurst, Andria Scott

Gentle exercise relieves stress and helps you stay flexible.

I fell into the practice by accident. I was writing a story about a spa, and yoga was the daily prebreakfast ritual. Crawling out of bed at dawn to exercise was not my idea of a pampered vacation. Reluctantly, I pulled a mat to a corner in the back of the room so I wouldn`t be the laughingstock. In spite of myself, I enjoyed this peaceful method of waking my mind and body. By the third day, I was hooked. I never felt better. Discovering that I was 8 pounds lighter at the end of the week was an unexpected bonus.

I was also thrilled by some of the other benefits. Simple things such as tying my shoes or putting on hosiery no longer left me breathless. I can walk upstairs and still talk when I get to the top.

No one is too young, old, large, small, thin, or infirmed to do yogaso forget about your weight. It doesn`t have to be a religious exercise either.

Expect to feel awkward at first. Remember to honor your body by doing only as much as feels comfortable; forget the "no pain, no gain" theory. And thank goodness no special clothing or equipment is necessary. Design your practice to fit your schedule and lifestyle. I love that it`s called "practice." No matter your level, these movements can motivate, shape, relax, and inspire.

Some poses I`ll never be able to achieve; I have too much stomach in the way. But I get tremendous satisfaction from making the effort. There`s no such thing as a perfect pose, so just keep trying.

Just because you don`t have an hour to spare is no reason to postpone the activity. You can achieve wonderful results in 10-minute sessions. I do a very simple practice three times a week. But when no class is available, I select a series of poses that addresses my immediate needs.

Finally, I`ve found the "feel good" road to well-being. Reach, breathe in, close your eyes, exhale, and relax. Yoga may be the answer to help you find peace with yourself and your place in the world. It`s a gentle yet effective method of movement that can adapt to your circumstance.

Check out this stress reliever for all ages, sizes, and stages of development. You can do this in the privacy of your bedroom, with a large group in a class, or during a one-on-one session with a personal instructor. Find the one that works for you. You deserve it. ANDRIA SCOTT HURST

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