Jul
16
Mental illness can manifest in a range of symptoms as complex as the physical symptoms of disease and can include discomforts that can relate to both the body and our psychological nature. There have been great advances in the treatment of physical and mental problems since that period in history when ignorance about mental disease was such that patients were incarcerated in dungeons and locked away from society.
Although self-help efforts should always be first encouraged, some serious cases are not possible to correct, except by professional psychologists and psychiatrists. As one seeks for a doctor to help with matters of physical health beyond self-help, so our first search should be to find a reliable professional psychologist whom we can trust to assist with the delicate responsibility of serving as a doctor for our mind.
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Tags: balance, health, integrated personality, Meditation, Mental Fitness, psychology, relaxation, therapy
Dec
24
Prior to any expression or release of energy, there is a contraction and build-up of reserve energy before that outpouring. This is natural.
However, a build up of energy and no action to release it becomes potential dynamite in the human psyche. Recognition of this condition is known in modern terms as ‘stress’. This build-up of energy without appropriate release can prove detrimental to the nervous system, glandular system, respiratory system, digestion, the heart and the circulatory system. All systems of the body are interfered with when the body is held under tension that is unrelated to the muscular activity or task in hand.
So, when we refer to ‘stress’ it is to unwarranted and extreme tension beyond the degree required in the context of the individual’s actions and circumstances. Stress can refer to physical stress, emotional stress, mental stress or to all three. It is seldom that there is physical stress alone.
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Tags: anxiety, Meditation, Mental Fitness, mental health, relaxation, Stress
Dec
12
Every natural organism requires nourishment and elimination of wastes. It is important that we attend equally to both processes. Even the subtler life of the mind obeys these natural processes. Our mental health is dependent equally upon our attention to nourishment of our brain and body and the nourishment of our minds.
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Tags: anxiety, Meditation, Mental Fitness, mental health, relaxation, Stress
Nov
25
Everything that is alive draws in life energy and expresses it in a process corresponding to respiration.
Our life begins at our birth with an inhalation and our life will end with our last exhalation. From cradle to the grave our breathing function does not let us down except in times of respiratory malfunction or disease. Throughout the whole period of our life-span the breath will continue without a pause, in its interminable rhythm keeping us supplied with oxygen, giving us life energy whether we are aware of the process.
The majority of these breaths we take unconsciously, with many being taken in the hours of sleep. But we expect that when we go to sleep, the breath will continue, and that when we awaken, the process will have been maintained through our sleep and naturally be resumed.
It is a potent reminder of the absolute faith that we place in nature every time we go to sleep. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: anxiety, Meditation, Mental Fitness, mental health, relaxation, Stress
Nov
24
So how do we free ourselves from old habits and reactions to life and to people? How do we develop a stress-free mind, one that is mentally fit?
It is the simple practise of relaxation that offers an immediate answer.
The benefits of relaxation are such that not only are we more comfortable in our bodies but find it easier to stop worrying and start thinking clearly and constructively.
So, if you wish to be free of anxiety, to feel confident, safe and secure so you can enjoy life to the full, then start with learning how to release tension from the muscles of the body. Because of its close association and your mind will follow.
The art of relaxation does not demand new effort and strain – it’s easy. A good teacher will teach you simple techniques, that can be subsequently followed at home. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: anxiety, Meditation, Mental Fitness, mental health, relaxation, Stress
Nov
23
It is well known that repetitive learning works.
Auto suggestion is the art of self persuasion – of utilizing the power of repetition to achieve a state of mind one desires. In the science of yoga it is known as the technique of japa. It is considered to be an important tool in achieving mental fitness.
In practice we must thoughtfully prepare the words that we will silently repeat in our minutes of privacy. These words need to encapsulate what we are trying to achieve and should be as simple as possible.
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Tags: anxiety, Meditation, Mental Fitness, mental health, relaxation, Stress
