{"product_id":"relaxation-for-dummies-isbn-9781119999096","title":"Relaxation For Dummies","description":"\u003cb\u003eNew ways to embrace relaxation every day!\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eRelaxation For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e provides a straightforward guide to understanding the importance of relaxation in our readers' day-to-day lives. Covering a variety of simple relaxation techniques, including meditation, breathing techniques, hypnotherapy, guided imagery and yoga, this book shows readers how to use physical and emotional relaxation to combat a range of issues including stress, anxiety, phobias and fears. The book is accompanied by an audio CD that provides accompanying relaxation exercises for readers to follow.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eRelaxation For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eShows readers how to understand the meaning of relaxation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides relaxation strategies to help you take it easy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTeaches the benefits of healthy breathing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAllows the reader to harness the powers of Yoga and Tai Chi to increase well-being\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote: CD files are available to download when buying the e-Book version\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cb\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Introducing Relaxation 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Discovering Relaxation 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Understanding Stress 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Planning Your Journey into Relaxation 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Exploring Relaxation Techniques Using Your Body 55\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Trying Progressive Relaxation 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Practising Breathing Techniques 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Using Physical Activity to Relax 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Yoga, T’ai Chi and Qigong 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Massage, Acupressure and Reflexology 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Discovering Relaxation Techniques Using Your Mind and Heart 139\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Guided Imagery, Self-Hypnosis, Autogenics and Music 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Meditation 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Spirituality and Prayer 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Managing Your Mind 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Improving Your Attitude 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: Everyday Relaxation 225\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Finding Ways to Sleep Serenely 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Discovering Relaxation at Home 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Find Relaxation at Work 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V: Managing Problems Using Relaxation Techniques 273\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Managing Anxiety, Worry, Panic and Depression 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Managing Chronic Disease 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Anger and Burnout 307\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart VI: The Part of Tens 319\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Ten Golden Rules of Relaxation 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 21: Ten Quick Ways to Relax 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 22: Ten Ways to Deep Relaxation 343\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 23: Ten Resources for Further Help 351\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix: Audio CD 359\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIndex 361\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\"An absolutely brilliant guide to unwinding.\" (\u003cem\u003eHealth \u0026amp; Fitness,\u003c\/em\u003e May 2012)    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShamash Alidina, MEng MA(Ed),\u003c\/b\u003e is a professional mindfulness trainer, keynote speaker and stress management consultant. He specialises in mindfulness training and teacher training for therapists, coaches, executives and the general public. He has trained with Jon Kabat-Zinn, Thich Nhat Hanh and Matthieu Ricard, and at Bangor University's Centre for Mindfulness. He has over ten years of experience in teaching mindfulness. He currently runs mindfulness-based courses one-to-one and in groups in London, as well as via distance-learning. He is the author of \u003ci\u003eMindfulness For Dummies.\u003c\/i\u003e     \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLearn to:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand the importance of relaxation for your mind and body\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntegrate exercise into your  everyday life\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind opportunities for relaxation at home and in the workplace\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFollow the guided meditations on the audio CD to enhance your relaxation experience\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUplift your spirit, relax your body and calm your mind\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDon't allow stress to undermine your health, wreck your relationships and hold back your career. Let \u003ci\u003eRelaxation For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e show you how to achieve the level of deep, healing relaxation you need in your everyday life in order to survive and thrive in today's stressed-out, hurry-up world. Expert Shamash Alidina introduces you to an array of proven techniques, ranging from simple breathing and muscle relaxation exercises to guided imagery, meditation and yoga and tai chi.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGet the lowdown on stress\u003c\/b\u003e – understand stress and its debilitating effects on your body, mind and emotions, and find out why comfort eating and vegging out in front the telly is definitely not the answer\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSlow down and aim high\u003c\/b\u003e – discover how regularly achieving a state of deep relaxation can boost your well-being and productivity, and learn how to make it a part of your everyday life \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManage stress-related problems\u003c\/b\u003e – master an array of relaxation tools for beating anxiety, depression, anger, chronic illness, burnout and more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOpen the book and find:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e Top tips for managing stress at home and in the workplace\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Advice on strengthening relationships with family and friends\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Ways to master common fears, such as flying and public speaking\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Guidance for beating hypertension, back pain and digestive problems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Advice for overcoming insomnia\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e How to integrate exercise into your daily routine\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Relaxation solutions for a range of common problems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAudio CD Includes\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5 guided relaxation techniques, including progressive muscular relaxation and loving kindness meditation  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStep by step advice to help you get the most out of these relaxation techniques\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989934522597,"sku":"NP9781119999096","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781119999096.jpg?v=1761785963","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/relaxation-for-dummies-isbn-9781119999096","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}