The gift of relaxation

Learning ways to relax your mind and body is vital to good mental and physical health and wellbeing. While short-term stress is a natural process designed to protect us from harm, longer-term stress can have a negative impact on our mental and physical wellbeing and lead to conditions such as anxiety and depression as well as physical conditions too.

Why not have a go at our relaxation quiz and see if you know how to relax. All the answers to these questions can be found in the advice and resources section of our website >

Relaxation quiz and competition

1. Which of the following is an example of immobile relaxation?

• A  Sleeping  
• B  Meditation

2. How do physical relaxation methods work?

• A  They occupy the mind so that it is temporarily relieved from stressors.
• B  They tire us out so that we're too tired to think about our worries.

3.  Which of the following is an example of physical relaxation?

• A  Tai chi  
• B  Competitive sport

4. Which of following statements is based on mindfulness practices?

• A  Happiness lies in the present.
• B  It is is important to reflect on past experiences to become more mindful.

5. Mindfulness is a practice that can help you feel less stressed. Where does mindfulness stem from?

• A  It was developed by psychologists a decade ago as an antidote to modern day life.
• B  It stems from ancient Buddhist practices.