How do you relax?
Whenever I am away on a conference or workshop weekend I run a short meditation/relaxation session before dinner on the first night for anyone who wants to join in. I always start these sessions by asking everyone in the group how they relax when they get the chance. There are usually a wide variety of answers ranging from the simple things in life, like having a gin and tonic whilst in a hot bath (a professor once said that one!) to more energetic ways to relax such as taking up a hobby.
Living near the coast one of my greatest ways to relax is to sit somewhere I can see the sea, smell the salt on the air, feel the sand under my feet. It’s so peaceful just sitting quietly, listening to the waves washing onto the beach.
Another way I relax is here on the internet. I sometimes play a game (Farmville is my favourite! Sad, I know but Tracey Peapell plays too so it’s not just me!), I visit interesting blogs and enjoy reading the variety of entries (check out the blog rolls alongside here for other interesting blogs to visit), and I maintain this blog, and one or two others.
I am currently undertaking a ’100 blog comments challenge’ during August that was the brainchild of Steve King and Jacinta Dean. You can check out the list of other contributors on the dedicated page listed in the sidebar. The purpose of the challenge is for any participant to publish one post in the month of August and try to achieve 100 comments on that one post. Everyone visiting is also encouraged to socially bookmark the post after leaving their comment. This is my challenge post.
So to help me reach my target leave me a comment and tell me, how do you relax?
Enjoy the journey.
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When I am writing for a client, I need to take mini breaks just to get my head cleared, so I play quick computer games or go outside and mess around in my garden for a few minutes.
When I am having one of those days when nothing goes right and I am lucky if I remember the alphabet, I turn my computer off and think about other things. Actually I am hoping the vampire bats that live in my computer will do something constructive for a change while I am gone. Most of the time they do not.
At times I visualize something pretty, like flowers in bloom, ocean scenes or baby wild animals. If I am so stressed that I cannot easily visualize something positive, I watch slide shows of my digital photographs.
I think and dream visually, so I am easily relaxed by pretty sights of nature. When all else fails, I feed the wild birds who tap on my windows when the food supply is skimpy.
Not going to discuss the ice cream in the freezer or the cookies in the cupboard. A girl needs some secrets, don’t you think?
Pat
Hi Mandy, there are many ways I can relax, I try to get in some walking at weekends, I love the country and love just to lie in fields under the hot sun (a bit of a novelty in the UK).
I also work out of a variety of offices I think some people call them public houses, where I can take a pad and a pen and just write away in complete relaxation. I find that I am more productive away from all the distractions of home although I sometimes have difficulty reading what I have written!
If I have had a very stressful day I listen to a relaxation CD by Paul McKenna, I always feel fully recharged after that!
Rob
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These are brilliant ways to relax, Pat, nature is a great relaxation aid. It is so important that we all recognise the ways we can wind down and use them effectively. I wish I had a freezer but the biscuits sound good too!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hmmm…biscuits…would that be British for cookies?
Oh yes, it is indeed!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Bless you, Rob! Beer often helps to lubricate the mind…so I’ve heard. We are getting a good dose of fine weather here in the UK right now so I hope you are taking full advantage of the opportunity to sit in the beer garden…I mean walk in the hills!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
I have been big on meditation in my life…and, it is a wonderful way to take your mind off of all the tasks that life throws at you…
I too live near the sea and agree that the sound of the ocean is about as soothing as it gets.
But, I’ll tell you what Mandy…there is nothing like a nice long walk in nature that will put my head and my priorities in place…I am always totally relaxed when I return home…
Good luck with the 100 comments…I’ll be participating too
Kathy
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Actually I agree, Kathy. You just reminded me of walking with the dog in the pinewoods locally. It is the most soothing thing. Can’t wait to comment on your challenge post, looking forward to it. Thanks for visiting.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
All I have to do is take my son to a park or pool .. watching him try to dive or playing with his friends laughing any way .. just brings me back and it’s so relaxing and fun for all .. we also meditate to guided meditations together and we both have fun with that .. its so cool to see life through a childs eyes
Hi Colleen, yes, I agree, children are a great relaxation when you are watching them playing and learning. Guided meditations are so very helpful too, I really enjoy them. Thanks for visiting.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy, look at me leaving a comment the same day you’ve posted, is this a first?
How do i relax? To be honest i find relaxing quite difficult at the moment due to the pain i’m constantly in. I’m hoping that in a few weeks time the surgeon will wave his magic knife and give me back a pain free life, which would allow me to relax again, amongst many other things.
Prior to the pain i would relax by taking my dog for a run, reading a good novel, an occasional visit to the pub or watching a movie. However when watching a movie i tend to get out of my w/chair so as to make the most of relaxing but always seem to fall asleep within minutes of the movie starting, much to wifes disapproval. The good thing about it though is that i need to watch the movie 4 or 5 times to get the complete story. I have, on many occasion, fell asleep at the start of one movie and woke up to the ending of another, talk about confusing…..
Best of luck with the challenge Mandy, I’m also up for it.
Catch up soon, Barry
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Bless you, Barry! You do make me laugh. Oh yes, a good book or a good film is great for relaxing. I don’t like it when they take you by surprise though – I watched a George Clooney film once and expected a wonderfully happy ending and it wasn’t! Such a shame. Good luck with the next op.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
Over the years I have used many different methods to relax. Growing up, in school, i used to stare out the window at the sky, or maybe some leaves. People call that daydreaming, but to me the feeling compared to what I got later in life using Transcendental Meditation. Exercise always relieves any built up stress I may have. Thanks for the post, have a Great Day!
Mike
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Hi Mandy.
I love to hand quilt, that’s the most relaxing thing for me.
I also like to read and walk but mostly I enjoy playing on the floor with my 2 grandsons.
I like the odd tipple too.
Gert
Hi Mandy, Thanks for helping to drive the 100 Posts challenge. You are a great example to us all.
My way of relaxing is to read a book. Not just any book, but a book to suit the mood that I am in. So at any one time I have 4 or 5 books on the go. How wacky is that? I can stop one book and take up another where I left off. Now how really wacky is that?
Yours in total confusion,
Brian.
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Hi Mandy
I wondered why you kept inviting me to have a look at Farm Animals…all makes sense now
I know nothing about Farmville, other than I make money by promoting products about it…doh, I really must stop doing that.
Anyway, I relax by playing imaginary golf shots in my head. I’ve played all the best courses ‘in my head’…had some low scores too
And right now I like hitting my new 3-iron, it’s shiny and new and goes a mile
Catch up soon
cheers
Steve
Hi Mandy,
Of course I have to respond to this. There is so much going on in my life, trying to keep up with everything is a full time job. You’d think that now that I’m retired I would have all sorts of time on my hands. Well It is just not so.
The good thing is that I realize that it is important to take the time to chill out and relax. Here are some of the things I do to relax:
1. Even when I am at home, I take a time out from whatever I’m doing turn off the TV and radio, sit down, close my eyes and think about all the good things that are happening in my life. Sort of a positive enforcement of how I am leading my life. It’s also a type of meditation.
2. Vacations are great at times too. But some are not very relaxing, so you really have to plan some time, even on vacation to relax some.
3. I play my guitar and sing along even when I am at home. But I do try to get over to see my barber (he plays banjo) and we jam a bit. Sometimes others join us. Lot’s of fun and VERY enjoyable.
4. I take time to thank God in prayer for all the things in my life he has provided for me. Prayer to me is the most relaxing time.
Thanks for asking…and I hope you get your 100 comments.
Jay
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Hi Mandy,
This is a great post and the subject is one we should all ask ourselves. We all should make sure we relax as often as possible, after taking care of the necessities of life!
One of my favorite ways to relax has been to go to the park and throw a ball or Frisbee with my dogs (German Shepherds). It’s good exercise, but I love watching them having fun and we get to spend quality time together.
This is only one of the ways I like to relax, but it has always been enjoyable! Good luck on your 100 comment challenge and I am always happy to comment on your posts!
Regards,
Mark
Hey Mandy,
I tend to just chill with a movie, and as I watch I find strangely enough that whatever task I am winding down from, kind of just sinks in nicely as an achievement!
I think its the only way I know besides a good old soak in the tub.
A really good thought provoking post, cheers for that mandy….Ed.
Hi Mike, I too was accused of ‘daydreaming’ at school. I’ve always been able to take myself off somewhere in my head to relax. Thanks for visiting.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Gert, nice to see you here, thanks for visiting. Children are a great relaxation, aren’t they, especially if you can hand them back!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Brian, that made me laugh! I cannot read more than one book at a time, but mostly because I am so very absorbed by the book I’m reading I am IN THE BOOK! I am all the characters and I am living their lives. I cannot put it down until it’s finished. Great to ‘book hop’ if it works for you, nice idea.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Steve, I agree that golf is certainly a very relaxing pass time, one I have participated in myself from time to time. (pitch and putt, before you ask! Not your level at all!) I have some nice ladies golf clubs – they’re pink.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Jay, I lodged with an older couple when I was at Uni and while I was there the lady retired and she always said she was far more busy after her retirement! Seems to be a trend. Great that you are identifying ways to relax and using them though. It’s really important.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mark, oh yes, time with dogs is such a relaxation. You can see my Daisy on my about me page. She is a delight and a great relaxation.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
A newspaper, a pint of beer and Pink Floyd on the juke box – perfect relaxation.
If I’m in my favourite pub, the locals know I don’t want to be disturbed – so I’m left in peace. I’m an atheist but I get my own personal heaven whenever I want. 
I’m sure you’ll have no problem with the 100 comment challenge Mandy, you get 40 or so normally.
Good luck.
John
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Hi Ed, thanks for visiting. Oh a long hot bath then a good film in your jim jams – nice one! I’m right with you there.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi John, thanks for visiting. I have to agree with you to a certain extent, but I do like to meet friends at the pub too, as you know! Are you paying Norfolk a visit this summer so we can have a pint somehwere??
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Me? Relax?? I have 6 kids here, so relaxing is not at the top of the list!! I wake up at like 4 am and blog hop! Just sitting in the quiet house with my coffee and do no brainer activities like reading blogs, the news, maybe facebook (no farmville, dont know how…if you see it on my page it’s because my daughter has ganked my account!!)….just me in the dark! Makes for a great way to start the day!
Take care, Mandy, Hope you have an amazing day!!
Lisa~
Bless you, Lisa, just cherish that quiet time for you. It’s important that we recognise how we do relax, and sometimes it is time spent with others, watching the kids play, walking somewhere in nature with the family. But you time is important too.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hey Mandy
I love going for drive in my mini and listening to some nice tunes, that relaxes me a lot.
Good luck with the challenge, Sally
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Mandy what a fun post and I bet you will get that 100…I just might on the post I put up yesterday and that is a lovely thought
Thank you too for listing me on your blog rolls, what a delightful surprise.
Relaxing takes many forms for me – I am a rather driven person so I need lots of moments of relaxation.
To relax the muscles in my body involves yoga, stretching, walking, and massage. I am very poor in this area
To relax my mind – well I love the beach and watching water move, meditation, and reading a good book that just envelopes me. I usually have to do something physical to slow my mind.
Love a hot bath….or a cup a tea….and I can not discount deep breathing and cleansing breaths…
Oh this was fun and I can feel myself relaxing already..
Thank you
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Hi Sally, oh a mini! Great fun! I love them!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Excellent, Patricia. I’m glad it has helped you to relive those relaxing moments. I love getting in to bed last thing at night too, just sinking into it and knowing sleep is on its way is an amazing feeling for me.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy, there are many ways I like to relax, one of my favorites is going out to dine with a friend or friends. Being in the restaurant business, it is very relaxing (great for the brain) to be sitting down having a great time and a great meal amongst friends.
Terry Conti
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Very nice, Terry. I too love to entertain and be entertained. Cooking and eating are great pleasures for me.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
LOL @ farmville
I wouldn’t find that relaxing at all…hehe
Personally – I like nothing better than to chill in front of my big screen TV with a good film on… Maybe a nice class of chilled white wine or a bottle of Becks and a takeaway on order
Anyway – here’s hoping everyone in the blog challenge does great
Chat soon
Randy
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Brilliant way to relax, Randy! I especially like the ‘takeaway on order’ bit. I live in the country and we don’t have delivery services but when I stay with friends in Derby I love the idea of hot food being delivered to the door!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hmmm, I relax in so many different ways Mandy, depending on my mood! Sometimes with a big glass of red wine with my friends. Sometimes I watch a chick flick to switch off. I would like to say I meditate but that would be a fib because I only ever do that in groups!
I hope you reach your 100! Love, Rosie Sparkle xxx
Mandy
Great post & love the site.
I find the best way to relax is to go for a long walk (3 miles)after dinner. It helps me to unwind & leaves me ready for bed.
Stay healthy
Alex
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Hi Rosie, nice to see you here. I’m with you on all of those – and the meditation!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Alex, thanks for the compliments, nice to see you here. I have to admit that walking is not my favourite pass time, but great that you get so much from it. Thanks for sharing.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hello Mandy,
I like your post and can visualise sitting by the beach, that would definitely be relaxing for me, though a cold beer might help too ha ha.
Thanks also for getting me involved in the challenge, will focus my mind a bit and good to interact with everyone a bit as I’ve been a bit unsociable recently.
Thanks for all your good posts, always enjoy reading them, and good luck with the challenge.
Cheers
Dave
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Hi Dave, glad you enjoyed the post, and the last time I had a drink on the beach it was champagne! But beer is good too! Good luck with the challenge.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
HI Mandy,
Here’s what I do:
Find a place where I can be alone for at least 1 hour
A place where I can seat and will not meet anyone I know
I just seat there and let my thought fly…
Each time when work issues and problem appear in my mind, I tell myself to let it go and that it will be resolved inevitably.
I will reach a point when the space between each of my thoughts expand, like the space between songs in an CD album I listen.
As times goes by, that space will expand…until I am simply there.
I tell myself..Reeeeeelax……
I used to do this 3 times per week. I now do it occasionally
Your post made me decide that I am going to do this everyday for the next whole month.
Thanks
Cheers
Jason Ser
Hey Mandy
I spend time at the gym daily and thats my way of relaxing and getting rid of stress. I find its a great to switch off from the rest of the world and an important way to look after my health. I have tried meditating a few times but havent been able to get into it. I like hanging out in nature the beach or the mountains I find really relaxing.Great post Thank you.
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Hi Jason, nice to see you here, thanks for visiting. That’s a really good way to relax, I guess I do much the same on the beach but it is somewhere I just happen to go to rather than making a plan to be there. I like that idea – I am going to follow your example and make an effort to go every day for the month of the challenge. Thanks for sharing.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Stan, thanks for visiting. I did try the gym, perservered for a few months but it really didn’t ‘do it’ for me. It was just a chore and I did not really enjoy it. I’m afraid I’m a bit of a couch potato when it comes to exercise. Walking the dog regularly is pretty much my exercise routine. I do enjoy that very much.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
You should have no trouble making the 100 with all the blog visiting you do, how do you find the time with running a business as well? I’m retired and there aren’t enough hours in the day.
How do I relax, well many ways – reading a good book with a drink, watching a good movie with a drink, walking with friends and family and my favourite – having a good drink with my walking friends. I sound like an alcoholic with a few added interests!
Regards,
Bill
Hi Bill, thanks for the vote of confidence! I agree with you on the walk with friends, and a good pub at the end that also serves great food as well as good Guinness!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
My way to relax is through good old reading. It can be a book or browsing the net, but invariably anything related to history (I’m that boring, lol!).
Even though that’s the way to stop my mind machine toward a good night sleep, there are many days I just don’t get a chance or will to do it… I need a better approach to my regular (mind draining) job.
Cheers,
Jose
Hi Jose, thanks for visiting. I love to read and although books have always been a relaxing passion I do find the internet a great source too.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy
My idea of relaxing is to soak in a nice hot bubble bath with an irish coffee in one hand and a good book in the other.
I also enjoy taking the dog for long walks on the beach and gardening.
Its good to take a break from the computer sceen every now and then and find that when I do – I come back and get more tasks completed.
Good luck with the challenge.
Dawn Kay
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That is pure decadence, Dawn! Very good way to relax though…and the dog walks and gardening! Fresh air really does aid relaxation. Thanks for visiting.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy
Great post. With the world going at such a fast pace these days, it is good to see that people are still taking the time to relax.
Over the years your ideas on relaxing change. When I was young, every Sunday I used to go to the beach early in the morning until about 11am (too hot after that in the Australian sun)and just lie there and read the Sunday papers. Nobody would be there when it was early so I had the whole beach to myself. The warm sun, sound of the birds and the ripple of the wave – so relaxing. When I got older I use to love going to the garden nurseries and walking through the big palms and hanging fern area and also walking through the Australian bush can be very relaxing. Things have now changed I still enjoy going for a walk (no beach or bush were we live now) especially after dinner on a warm balmy night. Most of the time though it is a glass a wine with the ‘other half’ watching a good English murder mystery and hoping I don’t go to sleep before I find out who the murder was.
Take care.
Robyn
Hi Mandy,
Relax…I have heard of the word but never get the chance to experience it lol.
Seriously though, Myself & the family go to the local beach with the dog and just stroll for an hour, then a bag of chips to walk back to the car – bliss!
If we have a day to spend together we elaborate on the above by having a run out to Whitby or Scarborough to unwind and get some real fresh air. I was brought up in Whitby as a child and still have many friends there so it is always a pleasure to go and visit.
Apart from this my only other relaxation is the same as Randy, A night in front of the 50″ plasma with a pint and a parmo
(A parmo is a local dish of chicken or pork fillet coated in breadcrumbs and covered with a layer of melted cheese topped off with parmasan cheese..really nice and very filling)
A great post with some very interesting replies
Mandyallen…
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Hi Robyn, thanks for visiting. Yes, I quite agree that our ideas of relaxing change. When I was younger fresh air was not something I did very often! Now I find it the best source of relaxation.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Keith, well, you need to take more time to relax! Your health is suffering, you know this, so try to make a little relaxation time each day, and include more of the fresh air, it’s a great healer.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hey Mandy,
I relax often by listening to music I find it really a great way to just let the mind wonder off in its own world. Really I find it hard to relax often because I am always thinking about something, new ideas flowing into my ideas or I just want to finish something. I guess one way that I do get to release some of that stress or my time is when I do fitness by going to the gym just makes me feel so good and fresh the next day.
Keldyn
Hi Mandy,
Great Post thank you. Actually, just thinking about being by the coast helped to relax me.
I’ve found visualisation one of the great techniques for managing my own state of mind, perhaps I should post about it one day?
John
PS, I’m also looking for 100 comments here, if I may ?
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Mandy,
Relaxation for me is a 60 – 90 minute massage. I am currently going for one of these each week. They are soooooooo good. It is not just a casual rub-down but a full-on head to toe experience that I recommend you try at least once in your life
Cheers, Michael
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Mandy,
This looks like a fun challenge. I hope you succeed and certainly, I love helping out. Also, this a good topic, which makes it easier.
Like you, my preferred way to relax would be at the beach, but since I don’t live at the beach, I sit on my back porch instead and watch the birds at my feeder. Before long, I am totally absorbed in their comings and goings, as well as their squabbles. My body just sinks into the rocking chair…it’s very relaxing for me:~)
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Hi Keldyn, nice to see you here. Nice way to switch your mind off, at the gym. It is important to find that quiet time and relax your mind as well as your body.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi John, no problem posting your link for the challenge – I already added you to the links page on here too. Good luck with the challenge! Yes, visualisation is a great way to relax. Glad the visual of the beach touched you.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Oh Michael, I’m with you on that one! Massages are great for relaxation. Nice to see you here, good luck with the challenge!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Sara, thanks for visiting. I agree about the relaxing vibes of nature. I do live near the beach, luckily, but I also love to watch the wildlife in the garden. I have two ponds so there is always a wide variety of wildlife here.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
I find that knowing how to relax is very important to high productivity while working.
It’s so easy to work at the expense of the time that should be devoted to relaxation.
There are two general ways for me to relax. One is mildly active one and the other is very active.
Under the mildly active I include going for a walk, Playing the guitar and sometimes singing along with it, going for a swim in the ocean, reading a book while on the beach.
Under the very active I include a game of tennis, a whole day hike or going on a long at least half a day bicycle ride.
It depends on how much time I have, what’s the weather and how I feel at the time what kind of relaxing I do.
There is a third way to relax which has some value and that is to do nothing just breathe deeply for half an hour. I employ that one on occasion when I’m just too exhausted to do anything else.
Vance
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Hi Mandy,
I can relax in a number of ways. I sometimes will knit. I knit for charity, maybe read a book, go down to the beach or watch TV. One of my past bosses suggested ‘to sit on a rock’ or ‘stop and smell the roses’. Our lives are filled with many activities and is very fast paced. It is good to be reminded to take time out to relax.
Cheers
janice
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Hi Vance, thanks for visiting. It’s lovely to have a variety of ways we can relax. I too have many different forms of relaxation.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Janice, thanks for visiting. I like the idea of sitting on a rock. I will try that one next time I am at a rocky beach.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy!
How do I relax? Actually did it today. Booked myself a back neck and shoulders deep tissue aromatherapy massage. Absolutely murderous given how tight my muscles have become lately but when it stopped OMG did I feel brilliant! Like a new woman!
Day to day relaxation is giving myself permission to actually play with the kids. Playing with Lego, football, doing puzzles and seeing who can build the biggest pile of bubbles in the bath! Kids can be such stress that sometimes it’s easy to forget what fun, pleasure and blessing they are!
Great post! Cheers
Sx
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Hi Susan, thanks for visiting. I agree a massage is a great relaxer, and also children, but I don’t have any so only get the pleasurable bits with nieces and nephews (and now great nieces and nephews!).
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hello Mandy,
I love your post. I wish I can relax when I am not at work, but here in Taiwan is 38 degrees and I think I almost faint out during this hot summer! And when I read your post, I feel my mind become more calm and peaceful and I can picture myself in the beach now. I also do the meditation once or twice weekly, when I do the meditatin, I feel my muscle is relaxed as well. Thanks for sharing this article with us:)
p.s. I am so happy that I joiedn the 100 comments challenge so I can know you and other friends as well.
All the best.
Connie Chen
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Hi Mandy
I too am lucky enough to live by the coast, in fact I am looking out at the sun reflecting off the Irish Sea as I write!
I relax with a morning walk every day before I start work, I spend a quiet hour on the beach and always find this helps me face the day with a positive attitude and I’ve come up with some of my best business ideas whilst walking!
Best wishes
Stuart
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Hi Connie, thanks for visiting. Visualisation is a great way to relax. I am not envious of the heat you are enduring, although here in the UK we get some nice weather mostly it is humid.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Stuart, thanks for visiting. I agree the beach is a great place to relax, and what a lovely way to start the day!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
To tell you the truth I don’t atually relax, I never stop. The only time I did relax was when I was on holiday in July just gone. Lazing by the pool.
I know it’s not good but there are so many things that need doing all the time. Offline Business, Online Business, Family it’s so hard to fit it all in, so I just keep going. I should take some of the ideas from your post and all the comments.
Thanks
Craig
Hi Craig, thanks for visiting. You need to make time to relax or you will burn out. It’s important to prevent that happening. Just a short time each day would be good. Give it a try.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
I’ve had a lot of difficulty relaxing just lately. There is just a heck of a lot of stress going on in my life right now which makes relaxation quite difficult.
I find a period of deep intakes of breath which I then slowly exhale can be very useful to relax me particularly when lying awake at night.
One of my best relaxations is taking my dog for a walk and watching her run with natural joy of life can be uplifting too though trying to stop her chasing hares can be totally negative so in the main relaxation is dozing in front of the box after a great home cooked meal and the kids are in bed is close to heaven!
Food for thought though. Massage seems a popular relaxation maybe I should ask my daughter for a Hot Stone Aromatherapy Massage as she is an excellent Masseuse!
cheers
Richard
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Gosh, Richard, how lovely to have an expert right there! I would love to try that one day, it is a method I haven’t explored but have been drawn towards. Thanks for visiting.
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Mandy
Hi,
I relax by painting in watercolours, oils or acrylics. I have been painting for 14 years now so the house is full to the brim with my work! Must start to sell some soon. I also like to take a walk through the countryside on the footpaths, as I am fortunate to live in the west country so the scenery is beautiful and relaxing too.
Regards,
Sue.
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Hi Sue, thanks for visiting. I can’t paint for toffee, I do so admire that ability. Friends I know who paint or draw do say how very relaxing it is. Thanks for sharing.
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Mandy
Hi Mandy.
Blog hopping like we are doing now (100 comment challenge, brilliant idea).
My main way to relax is to surf.
I was born and brought up in Cornwall, UK. 5 minutes from the sea. So surfing for me has always been part of my life.
I just love it out on the back row, waiting for the next set to come in, thinking, relaxing and generally enjoying myself.
Pete
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Hi Mandy
Let me tell you what I was doing as I was writing a reply to your comment on my post….”RELAXING!!”…..I was listening to HOPES & FEARS by one of my all time favorite bands…KEANE…This is something I haven`t done for quite a while, it`s been all work and sleep amongst other family stuff, I have hardly had time to breath in recent months…Needless to say, music is my passion and it is about the only real way I find to relax, it opens the mind sends me into a totally different train of thought…CHILLED!!!
A Great Challenge “sticky” Post…You`re certainly on course and its still early days..
GOOD LUCK!!!
MIKE
Hi Mandy great post, and on a subject so important to everyone,
how do I relax? I submit to the rough and tumble demands of my two youngest children, a girl of five and a boy of 2 1/2, plus my grandson who is 1 1/2 and my granddaughter who is 3, because of long work hours and time spent working on my business I feel we never get enough time together (something which is high on my list of priorities to change through my business).
So when I can, I come down to their level and act like a big kid, they jump on me, try to fight with me, try to make me up with their play makeup (the girls that is) we roll play, I usually end up quite exhausted after an hour with them.
When I wont put my laptop down, my daughter gets her toy laptop out, and sits next to me mimicking me!, its funny, then my boy starts creeping round the table, popping his head up and pulling faces at me… they have me in stitches… and then sometimes they just gang up on me until I give in and put the laptop away for an hour,
They are a welcome distraction and a frequent reminder of that old saying ‘all work and no play makes jack a dull boy’ they enrich my life, are a constant reminder of just why I am doing this… and keep me sane with all their crazyness! and then when we are all worn out we will cuddle up on the sofa, watch some winnie the poo, spongebob or mickey mouse and just chill… they relax me by wearing me out until I have no choice but to relax!.
I see you are not far off from hitting the 100 comments mark already!, nice one!
Best Wishes
Pete Chapman
Hey Mandy,
I don`t tend to relax as much as I should really, but when I do it tends to be a movie or internet browsing just for fun I tend to visit ‘You Tube’ a lot, heck i`ve even found myself on it for hours, just watching all the amazing content on there.
Honestly you learn alot of things has far as ‘how to`s’ go, and you don`t even know how much you`re learning?
Anyway other than that, I don`t really get up to much relaxing.
Post has posed a good question, thanks for that Mandy….Ed.
Hi Pete, are you joining in the challenge? It’s open to anyone, just leave me the details of the post you would like to enter and I’ll add it to the list and so will all the others in the challenge!
I love living by the sea, although I have never surfed – can’t imagine I would have very good balance!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mike, thanks for visiting. Music is a great way to relax. I sing in a choir (have done for 36 years now!) and it always relaxes me greatly.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Pete, thanks for visiting. I love the relaxing time with young children, I’m glad you get so much enjoyment out of your time with them. They always do such funny things, and Winnie the Pooh sounds like a great way to wind down with them. I still have my 1960′ Winnie the Pooh LP and used to play it for my nieces and nephews when they came to stay. Now they have children of their own and I play it for the next generation!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy, a well written and intelligent post. I have book-marked you and will be back for more inspiration soon!
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Thank you for the compliment, Ronnie and welcome to my blog. I look forward to seeing you here again soon!
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Mandy
Hi Mandy,
Thanks for visiting…you look like you will achieve your goal of a 100 posts…
Relax is something I need to find time to do soon…just to busy right now.
I realise that we would be more effective if we took time out for ourselves once in a while… ok maybe tomorrow
Cheers
Bryan
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Hi Brian, do it now! We should all take some time out to relax, even if you do something really simple that you relaxes you.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Ed, thanks for visiting twice – I don’t think it will count though! Ha ha…Interestingly you said ‘movie’ earlier so I’m pleased to see you are consistent!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
I just read another blog about this comment challenge. It sounds really interesting and looks like you are getting closer to hitting your goal:) Great post on relaxation. I think this is such an important topic and we all should know exactly what we can do to relax and what works best for us. The key for me is to continually just take what I call “silent time outs” throughout the day. For me, it is about never letting myself stray too far and get too caught up in the hustle and bustle of life.
Hey Mandy,
Yeah these social media internet games are addictive! I used to be a Mobsters and Farmville addict! LOL!!!
J
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Hi Mandy,
I have multiple ways to relax but my favorite way to relax is with a glass of wine and a warm candle lit bubble bath.
Much Success,
Lorina Noble
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Hi Sibyl, thanks for visiting. Glad you are noticing the challenge – we will all benefit from taking part through the increased traffic to our blogs and the increased backlinks from visiting other blogs. Are you going to join us?
I love ‘silent time outs’, when I was a child they used to call it daydreaming!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Lorina, thanks for visiting. Oh, that lovely feeling of a warm bath and a nice drink while in it. I am sure we all get great relaxation from that. Thanks for sharing.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Great Post Mandy!
I love to relax at the beach as well.
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Hi Mandy – Graham here, another 100 blogger
Yes I must say that I do have a great affinity to the Sea and the powers of relaxation it offers up, viewing it not sailing or swimming it 
I have also always been an avid Golf fan, while a lot of people who probably haven’t tried it relate to it as a way to spoil a good walk, I absolutely love it.
Weight training is also I find an excellent way of getting an immediate release from the mental stresses and strains.
I guess that it is everybody to their own as it were, life would be boring if we were all the same. The most important thing I believe is that you do take time out in doing something, whatever floats your boat as it were.
Kindest Regards,
Graham (Chilled)
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Hi Mandy
Hope you are well.
Well…..it used to be Aikido before I injured one too many things:)
Guitar playing has always been a really good way for me-used to play in a band like millions of teenagers but never stopped being one!
Now I play in a band with my two lads who are great players, so its all come full circle-how cool is that.
Best wishes
Mike
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There is something about the waves washing on the shore that is just so very calming, isn’t there, Shameka. Thanks for visiting.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mike, nice to see you here. Being able to take time to relax and recognise how we do that really helps with our stress levels. Music is such a peaceful way to relax (unless you like heavy rock – can’t quite imagine how that can be relaxing!)
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Graham, you should talk to Steve King about golf! Actually I used to play a very little and it was so very relaxing. And I’m with you on the ‘not sailing or swimming’ bit! Good luck with the challenge!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Oh I’m with you on that one, Jeremiah. I seriously have to earn my time on there though, or I’d never get anything done!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Wow, Mandy I had to scroll a loooooong way down to get to the end of the comments. They are adding up!
I like to relax by having a massage by a very good therapist, some nice relaxing oils and gentle flute music. Bliss!
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Hi Sandy, welcome to my blog! Yes, my comments list is getting very long! I love the sound of the massage. I used to have regular aromatherapy massages but haven’t had one for some years now. You’ve just reminded me how much I enjoy them too!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hey Mandy,
First of all thanks for visiting my blog and the nice comment that you left.
Have got a Tony Robbins “tape” (…it’s actually on my ipod…) and he does something called “The Hour Of Power”.
It involves a breathing technique, gratitude, visualisation and exercise.
I listen to that and then afterwards feel really relaxed (…but pumped while I’m doing the tape…)
You’ve got a great blog here and just keep up the good work.
I’ll become a regular.
Reach new heights,
Nathan
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Hi Nathan, thanks for visiting. I loved your blog! I also love relaxation tapes, you can listen to them and drift off on the words. Great way to relax.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy, What a super post! It’s great to hear the many ways that everyone finds a little peace in the work-a-day world. I feel like I know everyone much better than before. Music has always worked for me. If I’m after deep relaxation then listening to composers from the renaissance to modern film scores takes me away, especially, Ralph Vaughn Williams, Edward Elgar, and Jean Sibelius to name a few. BTW,Do you really have pink golf clubs? That’s too cool.
Steve D.
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Hi Steve, yes I do have pink golf clubs! Did I really tell you all that?? I must go back and check. I am a big classical music fan and music is a great way to relax.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy!
One of my new favorite ways to relax is to sit out in my flower garden. It has a little stone path running through it, so I’ll just sit down on one of the stones and either watch the flowers and the insects that are on and around them, or I’ll close my eyes and do a little meditation and connect with myself and the garden around me.
I just started doing this the other day and am LOVING it!
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Hi Jess, so pleased you are enjoying the challenge! I have a pond in my garden and I love sitting by the side of it, watching the fish playing and all the other wildlife that come to it.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mindy,
I like your ways of relaxing. As an adolscent, I would go and sit near the sea and relax, or lie down in a dark room listening to music.
Today I use the modern way of relaxing, which seems to fit the modern/nervous lifestyle: surfing the net, or playing (I am addicted to the simple games, as minesweeper or spider solitair, and bubbles).
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Hi Deb, thanks for visiting. There have been a wide variety of different relaxation methods detailed here. I’ve been inspired that so many people have been encouraged to take time to relax through reading this blog post. It’s been very effective for everyone, I feel.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
Congratulations on reaching your goal! I don’t think I could handle 100 comments..I love that I *know* my readers…whew…godo for you!
I relax in various ways..living on a boat makes that easy for me to do..sometimes just sitting in the cockpit letting the sunshine warm my skin or the moonbeams light my area…I also enjoy hiking and being in nature. I love to read, write, cook, swim, walk or run on the beach, kayak, sail…I like to just ‘be’…let my space be clean and clutter free and let my heart whispers swirl around it…
Hi Joy, actually I haven’t reached the target, half of the comments are my reply and the idea is to get 100 unique visitors. I have really enjoyed meeting new bloggers through the challenge, I do know my commenters personally as I have built a relationship up with them over time. It’s great, isn’t it. I’d love to live on a boat or at least holiday on one. A friend’s parents used to have one for a couple of weeks each summer and always invited me to stay for a few days. I thought it was idyllic.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy
I have found that one of the best stress busters for me is to go to the cinema with my children.
No phone, Internet or any technology to remind you of the outside world. And you can lose yourself in whatever emotional journey the film takes you on.
I have even found myself crying in the cinema as all the stress releases, of course I am a bloke so its probably because I had a bad cold!
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Well, I think this puts you up to 61 unique comments
I have relaxation down to a science *grin* I start every morning with an outdoor hot tub. I drink my espresso, then meditate until the hot tub stops bubbling. I end every night with a hot tub and quiet conversation with Mr Very Right.
Designing my jewelry is totally relaxing. I completely tune out to the world around me, and go into a creative bubble.
Then there is gardening … reading … amateur photography … and, of course, writing for and coordinating writers for my online magazine.
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Nice to see you here, Eliza. Thanks for visiting. Sounds idyllic and I certainly would like to try a hot tub some day.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Igor, bless, a good cry helps every time! Thanks for visiting.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
I actually get faster when I relax. Running or out on my bicycle is the relaxation of choice. Solitude makes me think straight and I get some great ideas when I am alone too.
Everyone has their own ways of chilling out, and don’t get me wrong a nice day at the beach with my family where I live is cool too. Maybe one day I will get to permanently relax
Thanks for the great post Mandy
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Hi Daniel, thanks for visiting. Fresh air is great for the brain, I believe and running and cycling brings far more air into your lungs than just walking. Too energetic for me though! I agree that relaxing brings about some great ideas.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
You asked how people like to relax.
Well I, like yourself, find the sight and sound of water very calming. Sitting on the bank of a gently flowing stream. Hearing the soft, relaxing, sound of the water flowing past my bare feet as it ripples over some half-submerged pebbles. The warm sun shining down through a gentle breeze. The soft humming of bees among the nearby wild flowers whose delicate fragrance fills the air. Hearing the soft chirps of some baby birds high in a nest in the old weather beaten tree to the left of me as their parents fly back and forth with insects in their beaks to lovingly feed them. The occasional soft splash as the fish, full of energy, swim excitedly around in the stream enjoying the sunshine. The gentle bleat of young lambs in the nearby field. The day so relaxed. My mind calming in an environment so peaceful and tranquil yet so filled with life.
Heaven!
Ian.
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Hi Ian, thanks for visiting. I could see verything you described and was instantly relaxed in my mind, thanks for sharing.
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Mandy
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Hi Mandy,
I responded to your comment on my blog but wasn’t sure you’d be back to read it so I just wanted to let you know that after the feedback about the controversial tip, I deleted it.
I surely don’t want to steer anyone in the wrong direction and get them in hot water!
I added some others that should not be a problem.
Thanks and all the best!
Sally
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Hey, Sally, I haven’t been back yet, but always return after a few days to see if my comments have been replied to. It was just my opinion, others may not feel the same, but I think we’re all trying to make a living here and cutting the affy link out seems a little harsh. Thanks for taking note, I’m really impressed with your professional attitude.
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Mandy
Hi Mandy,
I have a neighbor squirrel or two that scampers across my roof. They seem to know where I am. I can just reach up enough at my door and they can just reach down enough for me to hand them – carefully – a brazil nut. Then off they go with their prize. Keeps a thread of my brain outside in the trees.
Thanks for the blog : )
Alex
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Hi Alex, that’s a great story. Nature is so very relaxing. Thanks for visiting.
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Mandy
Hi Mandy
Relax – what’s that! lol
Sometimes I think it’s impossible!
I do relate to the bit about when one retires there’s even less time to do everything – but my angle is the once the youngsters have “left home” they want so much more doing for them that you are running round them more that when they were toddlers. lol
Still – my relaxation – like some others – walking the dogs, listening to music and doing jigsaw puzzles – you just can’t hurry them!
All the best
Jennifer
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I am lucky and live about 1/2 hour outside a large city and far enough away for peace and serenity so taking a daily walk is bliss! Otherwise listening to great music is also my relaxer.
Hi Mandy,
Good post.
One of the ways I like to go relax is to go to a cafe and hang out, watch people, talk to strangers. Or go take a walk either in a big city or out in the countryside.
Good idea with this post!
Peace,
Darren L Carter
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Hi Jennifer, thanks for visiting. jigsaw puzzles, great! I used to love them but have got out of the habit. My mum always used to have a large one set up on the dining room table when I was a child. Far too complicated for me but it was fun trying to help!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Anne, thanks for visiting. I love the amount of people who have indicated that fresh air is their relaxer. It is so very good for us.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Darren, thanks for visiting. That’s a great way to relax. I like a quiet coffee somewhere and the people watching sometimes too.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
Being online is usually stressful for me! Online business is like any other offline business so finding a way to relax is needed.
I think doing a hobby is one of the best ways to relax. Because a hobby is something we chose, something that we really enjoy doing.
I wish you all the best with your 100 Blog Comments Challenge.
Andreas
Hi Andreas, thanks for visiting. Hobbies are great for relaxing. Good uck to you too with the challenge.
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Mandy
Hi Mandy
I, too, love the seaside … and large glasses of red wine!
I’ve posted a link to this page on identi.ca for you.
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Hi Martyn, oh yes, even glasses of wine on the beach! Very relaxing! Thanks for the bookmark!
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Mandy
Hi Mandy,
I relax by sleeping. It seems like all the day is taken for other activities such as work, shopping for food, building my internet business at night, time for bed, relax time. Get up again and do it again the next day.
That’s it.
Steve
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Hi Steve, I must admit there is a certain relaxing feeling, sinking into cool sheets at the end of the day.
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Mandy
Hi Mandy
Im so relaxed now having read all those relaxing comments.
Its a great post and has generated such a variety of comments.
I meditate myself most days but I find that is more survival and renewal than relaxation.
To relax I like to either go for long walks or cycles along the river path especially in the evening when everything takes on
a sort of enchanted look and feel.
Its a great challenge.
All the very best
Eamon
Hi Eamon, thanks for visiting. I love walks by water, although I live near the coast I enjoy being near rivers and lakes too. Water is so calming, although there is a very interesting psychological ‘game’ that asks what is your very first thought when you imagine water. I would tell you what it means but if you ever played the game you would know the answers and it wouldn’t work! Maybe I will make that my next 100 blog post comments challenge and you can all answer the four questions in the game, then I’ll give the explanation after a period of time!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
Just like yourself, I tend to relax online but when I’ve been on all day, I just want to catch up on my favorite readings with books or magazines. Or learn something new. Overall the biggest relaxer of them all is television. Yes, just passively sit at the boob tube
Thanks for bring up this topic. It was quite fun. I must say commenting is another relaxer. Especially if it’s on a topic I enjoy.
Cheers!
Thu
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Hello Mandy,
I can’t remember if I’ve already commented on this post. If I did, well then, here I am again. When I get anxious, I hold my breath. One of the best ways for me to relax when that is happening is to go for a walk. I’m lucky to live near water too. There’s a good path there that’s become a sanctuary. As soon as I arrive, I feel my breathing go back to normal again.
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I found your blog through the 100 Comment Challenge. My favorite way to relax is with a good book and a cup of hot coffee. If not that, then in a cozy bubble bath.
Unfortunately, we are landlocked in the middle part of the U.S., but I can definitely believe sitting and watching waves roll in is soothing.
Hi Thu, thanks for visiting. I find there are so many things online that can help me to relax – of course there are the online frustrations that don’t too!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Cheryl, I don’t believe you have commented here yet, thanks for visiting. Water has featured heavily in people’s answers about how they relax. It really has a calming effect.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mary, welcome and thank you for visiting. I was in Oklahoma earlier this year and am back there again in September so I know what you mean about being landlocked. I can relax with a good book and a hot cup of coffee too though! Nice. I hope you are enjoying the 100 blog post comments challenge blogs (now that’s a mouthful!)
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
First, congratulations for having well over 100 comments
I’ve just discovered that I love being outdoors and walking (and have even tried running) as a way to relax. Who would have thought that? I’m not a big fan of exercise! I think it has to do with my being in NYC all day long – its crowded, dirty, hot, smelly – and when I get to walk in mostly fresh air among trees in NJ its so refreshing and different. I also relax by working in the park
Gwen
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Hi Mandy
As both my wife and I work (separately) from home we’re rubbish at relaxing as one of us always has some job to complete. And if Barb is working at something I’ll settle down and do a bit more work as well.
To counteract this we take regular (every 4-6 weeks) mini breaks of 2 – 3 days where we go away and don’t take computers and use our mobile phones only for personal. Maximum driving time is 2.5 hours to make the most of our time.
This helps us maintain our sanity and works like a mini honeymoon again and again.
Only a few weeks till we’re off to Brighton – Yippee!
Best regards
Doug
Mandy:
This is a great topic of discussion.
It is hard to relax around my house with to young kids that keep us running.
As I thought about how I relax, unfortunately it took me a while to come up with something.
I typically can relax while I am reading the Bible or doing some kind of Bible study. I sometimes can relax while playing some video games. Some games can get me worked up. I sometimes relax while working out. I sometimes relax while sitting in bed with my wife and just chat about different things (this is after the kids have gone to bed of course).
I was really interested in reading how other relax.
Thanks for starting this discussion.
- Rick
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Hi Mandy
Thats a good question, often relaxation is overlooked and our effectiveness can suffer as a result,
Looks like you are on the way to 200 plus comments well done
Reading a good book in bed is a favorite way for me, a good walk in Sherwood forest (near where I live is great too).
All the best
Vince
Hi Gwen, over 100 comments, but not 100 unique visitors yet, but not far off now! It’s great to discover something we love to do but have never really had a chance to benefit from. Fresh air, as opposed to city air, is a great relaxer. Thanks for visiting, Gwen.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Rick, thanks for visiting. I agree that prayer is a great way to relax. I love the old English churches around North Norfolk and spend lots of time in the coolness of them with my thoughts. Thanks for sharing. You might be interested to read my next post (may cause some debate!) ‘Do You Believe In God?’ It will e posted after the challenge is over, at the beginning of September.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Vince, thanks for visiting. My sister lives in Mansfield so I know Sherwood Forest. I lived in Annesley Woodhouse for a while too. Tress are simply wonderful for bringing that calming feeling, just looking up into the boughs, or even placing your hand on the bark (or hugging one if you like that kind of thing!). Great share, thanks.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy.
Hi Doug, thanks for visiting. This sounds like a great solution to finding time to relax. I love Brighton, but have spent more time in Eastbourne, just down the road. The south coast is lovely. Do have a great time!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hey Mandy. 163 comments! Nearly at that magical 100 comments.
I like to relax by playing with my kids. Apart from that I never allow myself time to relax, too much to do.
I feel like the white rabbit from Alice in wonderland sometimes.
Got to go. I’m late for a very important date
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Hi Alex, thanks for visiting. Play, what a brilliant way to relax. You should make time for it though, really, it’s good for your health!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Delicious question, Mandy! I must agree with your seaside answer. A few months ago I was living in Playa del Carmen, Mexico and I loved visiting the ocean daily. Just walking ankle deep into those gorgeous blue waters felt like a powerful healing.
Now that I’m in the UK for a few months I’ve got other relaxation techniques to fall back on.
1) Laughter & Silliness – I have to do this daily. I let my body, mind, words, actions, etc. just stretch out. Dancing like a maniac to my favorite songs and playing with my husband are frequent
2) Meditation & Being Present – Either just really tuning into the moment or closing my eyes for a half hour of focusing inward. Both transform me into a different person. Relaxed, peaceful, centered, happy for no reason…
Thanks for broaching this question. I think we can all use more time for true relaxation.
Peace,
Lauren
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Hi Lauren, thanks for visiting. I love the ‘laughter and silliness’ answer! What a great way to relax. I indeed feel a very much more relaxed person if I have been with people I can laugh with, it’s so relaxing.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi, Mandy,
I just LOVE your site! I will have to come back and spend more time reading your back posts. There is lots of helpful and interesting information.
One of the ways I like to relax is sitting in a green space. Even if it is just an outside deck with lot’s of potted plants. I like that feeling of calm and peacefulness that comes over me. I also like seeing the butterflies and humming birds enjoying the nectar the flowers are offering. The stress of it all just melts away!
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Hi Fran, thanks for visiting. It’s nice to know that what I write is interesting to others, thanks for that comment. I agree green spaces are brilliant for relaxing, and how lovely to be able to watch humming birds!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Me? I try to cook or read a history book. The cooking would be something quick ans easy though….. No 5 course dinners! Book reading–I will never give up. You will have to pry that cold ratty paperback from my hands when I die! You know the battery lasts forever on a good printed book!
Thanks for your post Mandy!
John
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Hi John, thanks for visiting! I love to read, and I love to cook! I can’t stand people in the kitchen when I am cooking though!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy
Relaxation doesn’t come easy to some people, but it is an art you can learn. I am a Reiki practioner (what is Reike http://www.reikiassociation.org.uk/3.html) so I give myself a session of Reike which is the most relaxing thing I know. Twenty minutes later and all is peaceful. As I live in the country in a very isolated village I can just go into the garden and listen to the birds and the trees – so peaceful you can’t help but relax.
Take Care
Barbara
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Hi Mandy
Ice cream cookies sounds good to me LOL! I tend to spend to much time on the computer so anything I can do to relax or get my mind off what I was doing I sometimes still find myself thinking about what I was doing before. The best way for me to relax is to go into the woods away from everything and just watch an listen to nature that usually does it. Yes to your question about the 100 comment challenge I’m in just put up my post today and now going to work on the plugins.
Hi Barbara, thanks for visiting. I also live in a very small, peaceful village. Just 15 houses and 2 miles each way before you reach the next village. It’s wonderful living in peaceful places, isn’t it.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mike, thanks for visiting. Glad to hear you are in the challenge! And what are ice cream cookies? They sound scrummy!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
I always thought I was a pretty relaxed person until I went to hypnotherapy sessions last year. Then I knew what relaxed really felt like! My therapist taught me self-hypnosis and now I use that to relax.
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Hi Mandy:
How do I relax? A great question that made me think how do I relax?
Well I relax by sitting down by myself with a cup of tea and a book.
Sometimes I close the book and think deeply with the same cup of tea.
Other times I will go for a walk. Or I will listen to my favorite music. But I do it alone when I can connect myself spiritually that calms me down.
I want to know your comment, How is my way of relaxing right or not right. Talk soon
Fran Aslam
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Hi Clare, thanks for visiting. I have never tried hypnotherapy, interesting to hear about it, thanks for sharing.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy
Hope you had a great weekend!
I just wanted to say thanks for all of your hard work with the challenge
Cheers
Steve
Hi Mandy
For me, relax means staying in the beach looking at the sea and trying to empty my brain of everyday issues. I also live near the ocean and every time is possible I go there and stay just watching the waves, the boats and the seagulls. During my holidays I go every day, near sunset, for a walk with my wife and that is an hour of pure joy and relax.
I think I could afford to live away from the sea, I miss it when I’m too long away from it. Although I’m not a great swimmer, I don’t sail or surf, and seldom do some fishing, just starting at the sea is the perfect cure for anxiety. Like my wife says “it washes the soul”.
Cheers
Jorge
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Hi Steve, nice to see you here! Just recording who has commented where right now, which is taking an age!
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Mandy
Hi Jorge, thanks for visiting. What a lovely sentiment – ‘it washes the soul’. I’ll always think of those words when I am by the sea now, thanks for sharing.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
Thanks for stopping by to leave a comment for the 100 Comment Challenge. I have enjoyed reading your post on ways to relax. This is a great question especially as we run around in our demanding world. I meditate and have always found it very soothing … especially when I am feeling agitated or overwhelmed. Music helps too. I have tweeted your post.
Best,
Eliz
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Hi Mandy
Thanks for a great post! Relaxation is such an important aspect, but yet something that many of us forget to do! And risk getting burnt out in the long run…
I love sewing and quilting, and engaging in this passion of mine gives me a very therapeutic effect of relaxing. Other activities I engage in includes playing board games with my children and also playing the piano.
I hope you enjoy blogging in this 100 comments challenge!
Rgds
Vivien
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Hi Elizabeth, thanks for visiting and bookmarking my post. There certainly seem to be some themes running through the answers here and meditation is way up on the list of ways to relax, so is music. Thanks for sharing.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Vivien, thanks for visiting. Oh, playing the piano, I do admire you! I had a few lessons a couple of years ago, but found I did not have the time to practice, sadly. I may save that one for a quieter time. I did really enjoy it though and yes, it is very relaxing.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Fran, thanks for visiting. Well, there is no right or wrong way, we each find our own peace in different things, but there does seem to be a lot of common themes running through the list built up here and certainly reading, sitting quietly, music and walking are placed very high up that list. Thanks for sharing. The key is to find your own personal relaxation activities and make time for them so you don’t burn out.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
I am lucky enough to live by the sea and there is nothing better that going for nice walks along the coast, breathing in the lovely sea air and listening to the waves crashing against the rocks.
I find this makes for perfect relaxation.
As Jorge says in a previous comment “the sea does wash the soul”.
Thanks for sharing these thoughts Mandy.
Regards,
Brian
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Hi Brian, thanks for visiting. I loved that quote, it’s now in my repertoire!
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Mandy
Hi Mandy
One of my favourite ways to relax is watching a comedy movie or show or a cartoon … for like 15-20 mins … have a nice laugh and back to work.
One of the other things we (my wife & me) do to relax is go for long walks alongside the lake which is at around 10 mins derive from our home. The fresh air, the sound of birds, the quietness, the noise of leaves, its just very soothing.
Your lucky to be living by the sea side … I’d love to have a house by the sea side
sometime in the future.
Cheers!
Abizer
Hi Mandy,
I seem to have run across you somewhere else a few days ago. The world is so small sometimes. We do seem share a thing in common, albeit in you case by marriage, I assume. But you know what “assume” means, right? My ancestors came from gold Brit also.
Hey, back at the ranch, very nice post. I tend to not relax I think. I do do the walking thing and reading a lot from the internet. I think I am addicted and have ADD. Does that stand for ADDicted?
I think this 100 comment thing is great and I have enjoyed looking at all of these posts. They are terrific. Some “Bimbo’
had a great idea, don’t you think?
God Speed
Gary
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Hi Mandy,
My girlfriend does meditation, I like to go for a walk. I also live near the sea and the English lake district so there’s plenty of choice of places to go.
My hobby was programming, but it’s kind of become part of my business now.
Thanks
Keith
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Hi Abizer, thanks for visiting. Laughter is a great way to relax, as good as nature, I’m sure!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Gary, thanks for visiting. I recognise the name of your site so must have come across you too somewhere recently! Small world, as you say. You should try to relax regularly, it helps to prevent burning out.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Keith, thanks for visiting. I love the Lakes and enjoy some very relaxing times there. What a lovely place to live!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
You touched a nerve there!
As an exile I really miss walking high up along the cliffs in Devon.
Nothing like peace and quiet, fresh sea air, sound of the sea and great views.
Best way I know to relax!
Alternative here is to go into the forest where the silence is deafening!
Regards,
Dave
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Hi Dave, thanks for visiting. Exiled to where, I ask? I can’t imagine not living by the sea, as I always have, but it is possible I won’t someday. I would have to be near to water though, a river or lake would be fine. I love water, but the sea is particularly special for me.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
I agree with your choice of looking out on the ocean – it just takes you to another, more peaceful place almost instantly. Perhaps it’s the perspective we gain when gazing on the vastness before us – like looking at the stars on a cloudless night.
But for me, my heart, my place of peace is the high mountain desert of Santa Fe,New Mexico. It is my home and I long to return there and live beneath those endless blue skies, bright desert sun and a zillion stars.
So to relax – I (being the most excellent day-dreamer that I am)simply imagine being there.
Enjoy your ocean.
Joelle
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Hi JoelleRene, thanks for visiting. I love mountains too but we don’t have any here in North Norfolk. I only get their peace and solitude when I visit Scotland, and I guess the mountains there are not as spectacular as yours. I hope you get to visit them again soon.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi and thanks for the post.
I relax by lying back in my recliner, closing my eyes, and thinking about the ocean and the sound of waves. Usually wind up asleep, but not always. Also relaxes me to go on Facebook and see what everyone is up to.
Thanks for joining the 100 Blog Challenge! This is fun.
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Hi Kat, thanks for visiting. I think I might fall asleep doing that too! What a lovely way to relax. I sometimes lie in the hammock on the garden if it’s a nice day, a great relax for me. Thanks for sharing.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Relaxation is so awfully important. With stress all over, learning to rest is imperative.
I work very hard at work, working on time management to work as effectively as possible. When I get home I spend time with my family, take a walk, watch TV or work out (or eat!).
Just not thinking about work is the best relaxation in my book.
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Hi Daniel,, thanks for visiting. You are so right, relaxation is so very important. People should make time for it, and switching off from work is a great relaxation, especially in this line where you can spend all your waking time ‘working’.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
I have just started learning Yin-Yoga, which is a very slowly paced yoga designed for restoration…I find I can actually slow my thinking down and hold a pose for 5 minutes and my spine and hips are stretched and internal organs re-centered. I am open to refreshed endeavors after a 75 minute session…
…and then nothing tops a massage for me…that sense of being safe and taken care of – fabulous.
I think you got your 100 comments
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Hi Patricia, I believe you are number 100 – yay! That feels really good! I loved that book review you did on your blog, I really should get it to read.
Yin-yoga is a new one on me, but a massage does it every time. Thanks for sharing.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Mandy,
Looks likes it a done deal:~) Good for you. My finger is actually tired from having to scroll down so far.
Congratulations:~)
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Thanks so much, Sara. It’s been an amazing challenge, I have visited 100 other blogs, some I knew but most were completely new to me and I thoroughly enjoyed them! There’s a full list of contributors in my right hand side bar on the ’100 blog post comments challenge’ page if you want to check any out.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Mandy
Hi from another 100 blog comment challenger!! Liking the website and a good topical article – I find that a good gym session followed by a swim helps me to relax somewhat and re-focus the mind. Failing that listening to music with my eyes closed fo half an hour or so also does the trick!! Certainly some ideas here I can take away though…. All the best
Tom
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Hi Tom, thanks for visiting. Exercise certainly seems to feature high on the list here, its true. Glad you liked the question! Good luck with the challenge!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Ahh relaxation…when I take time for me, I honestly loose myself in a good game of the Sims 3. I know it’s a game about, well managing life,and many wouldn’t see this as relaxing, it’s the most fun I have on my computer!
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Hi Mandy.
Wow! LOOK at ALL the comments! This is a neat idea. And you’re obviously well past your goal. How can you relax now!
How do I relax? I take a walk to a park and I go swinging. Or, closer to home, I take a long hot bath with nice music and candles lit. Gee, I haven’t done that in a long time. Good idea for the upcoming weekend.
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Hi Nolle, thanks for visiting. I must admit I find computer games quite relaxing too. It’s juts a fun thing to do.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Davina, thanks for visiting. My relaxation will come when I go to the USA for a month at the end of September! Until then I am keeping track of who in the challenge is commenting where to make sure everyone fulfils their commitment of 100 visits! But seriously, I do find time to relax, even if it’s just enjoying this wonderful part of the country that I live in. You have a relax this weekend, and enjoy it!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
Water is so relaxing, If I’m in need I head of to the canal, no matter how stressed I feel the combination of the water the fresh air and the wonderful people is amazing, I always come home feeling good.
If the weather isn’t good then a nice long soak in a hot bubble bath with a large glass of red wine and my MP3 playing something soothing always does the trick.
Good luck with the challenge
Michelle
Hi Michelle, thanks for visiting. I am not surprised how many times a hot bath and a glass of red wine have appeared in this list! I love it!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
How do I relax?
Hhhhmmmmmm
Right now I have no idea! I feel like I have been glued to a computer the last 4 weeks!
However yes I do sometimes find time to relax and lately it has been taking my daughter out to markets. I have always loved visiting country fair type markets where there are home made crafts and wares.
Since having my bubba it has been hard and she didn’t travel well until recently. The last couple of weeks I have been taking her out to a few. She loves sitting in the pram people watching as she is pushed around, and I really like just wandering around.
You are only missing a few challengers!! Woo Hoo.
I have started going around to the blogs in order of joining. As you know I have a lot more to go!
Most people are doing the right thing.
See you back here soon!
Cheers
Jacinta
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Hi Jacinta, thanks for visiting. Yes, I only have a few missing. Nice way to relax, markets. I enjoy antiques shops and can spend hours just browsing, very relaxing.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
I relax by enjoying my grandkids more than ever. I just had the time to spend with two of them for 10 days. What a wonderful life we have to share. The internet lets Pierrette & I share share with them everyday. Isn’t that an incredible thought?
We are part of the 100 at http://theequest.com/?p=3018.
Nice to meet you. Hope we can share and communicate.
Pierre & Pierrette Trudel
Thank you for being just you.
I relax while working on my laptop by having a mellow show playing in the background like “survivorman” or something. Or sometimes I listen to music. But if I truly want to relax, it would be great to go sit by a lake or some type of water source. It’s relaxing sitting there listening to nature.
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Hi Pierre and pierrette, thanks for visiting, and thanks for such nice comments! Children are great relaxers – if you can hand them back sometime!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Brandon, thanks for visiting. Water is such a great relaxer, it’s true. Lots of people have said that on here.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
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Whenever I am away on a conference or workshop weekend I run a short meditation/relaxation session before dinner on the first night for anyone who wants to join in. I always start these sessions by a……
Bejeweled Blitz is a favorite as well! The relaxation of the blasts is great! That aside, I would think that blog hopping is a great form of relaxaion, since you sit down and just read for a while! IT stimulates those little neurons!
Jerry
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Hi Jerry, thanks for visiting. I love the bejewelled games, great relaxation.
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Mandy
Mandy, the 100 Blog Comment Challenge sounds excellent.
When I’m away from home, my favourite way to relax before a conference or workshop is just to explore the local area – by foot if possible. There’s always something new to see and you never know when (or sometimes if) you’ll be in that location again.
Thom
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Hi Thom, thanks for visiting. That sounds like a great way to spend time away. I love to explore new places and you are right, you might not return, or if you do the place might have changed significantly.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
I relax by going to the park with my family, or (since it’s starting soon) watching Football! With my full time job I am always on call and feel like I work 24 X 7, so I’m always trying to find ways to relax. Ultimately, to relax I need to be in the right mindset…if I’m in a bad mood there isn’t much out there that will help me relax
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Hi Patrick, thanks for visiting. Very good ways to relax, and I can empathise with you about ‘when in a bad mood’!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
I am back again just to check on all the comments! Only 10 contributors missing! Woo Hoo!
Another way to relax: Long hot bubble baths!
Cheers
Jacinta
P.S I stumbled you this time!
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What a star you are, Jacinta! Brilliant challenge, you are an inspiration.
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Mandy
Hi Mandy
I like to relax with a good book, or go for a walk in the fresh air although I don’t do that as often now that we don’t have a dog.
I also like to listen to rock music and play the occasional computer game.
Warm Regards
Lynn
Ah yes, Lynn, computer games are my main relaxation as I spend a lot of time indoors, but certainly walks somewhere lovely are high on the list for me too. Thanks for sharing.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy,
Ok, I’m really late to the party on this one!
My favorite way to relax would also be hanging out at the beach but since I’m about a 3 day’s drive to the nearest ocean, I settle for a hike in the mountains. Being out in nature is the best. My husband calls it “filling up my tank”.
However, if I have limited time, I like to go to the local bookstore and browse. Just walking in and smelling coffee and books relaxes me.
Peggy
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Hi Peggy, thanks for visiting. Beach huts are great, we have lots here in Wells-next-the-Sea. Now bookstores, you’ve really reminded me of one of my great passions, which is books. Although I love them we have pretty boring bookstores here in the UK (sorry to anyone who thinks otherwise!). While in Oklahoma earlier this year I visited Borders, with its long couches to sit on while browsing, and a great coffee shop to enjoy examining my purchases in with sticky cake and lattes (note the plural there!) – you have to watch out for your new books as sticky fingers could ruin them before getting them home even!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
I bought an iPod touch application that helps me relax called MindWave. There’s different theta waves it plays and really calms me down. Also, relaxing baths, and massages are a great way to unwind.
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Thanks for visiting, Briana. I have heard of MindWave, but have never tried it. Glad it works for you.
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Mandy
I’m very fortunate in that I live in a beautiful part of the west of England called the Forest of Dean. Here, time has stood still, low crime, low drug problems, great schools . . . and the Forest.
Sometimes, if I want to get away from this computer, I can simply step into my garden, and on a warm evening, watch the family of deer who live in the woods adjoining our garden.
Oh yes, I’m very very lucky.
Sometimes, if the time is right, I may spot Gerald, his wives, and their 16 babies mooching around. Who’s Gerald?
There’s a photo of Gerald on my blog.
If you spot him, let me know.
Oh yes, don’t forget to read the tale of our midnight visitor.
The Forest of Dean – England’s Best Kept Secret (by an ex Londoner)
It’s 2.40am, and I’ve just heard some owls outside.
Good night
Alan
Hi Alan, thanks for visiting. Great story and a great way to relax. Nature is so blissful, isn’t it. I love the Forest of Dean but don’t get there often enough. Nice place to live.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
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Dear Mandy,
I think that your blog is a real pleasure to read. Relaxing is something we overlook and at times and the stress an strife of daily life can become too much.
But I do think it is also important to chose the right way to relax – chose good habits not bad ones.
Thanks again Mandy
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Hi John, thanks for visiting. You are right, relaxing is something we should make time for but rarely do. It helps us so much and our life improvements will come more quickly if we can recognise that need to just ‘be’ from time to time.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Detailed article would it be OK if i translate into Italian for my blogs readers? Thanks
Certainly, Hollis, thanks for asking.
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Mandy
HI Mandy
How do I relax?
Quite simply I dont!
I am constantly stressed out, I wish I could find a way to relax, always hear that meditation was good, but never have the time.
I guess I have to make time, or I will end up ill.
Thanks for reminding me to take some “me” time and chill out.
Alex.
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Hi Alex, thanks for visiting. You really must find a way to relax, even if it is something really simple, like some fresh air, taking a long bath or having a relaxing drink down the pub with your mates. It is important for your long term health.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Hi Mandy
I like to relax by having a good work out at the gym.
Afterwards I will spend a little time in the sauna followed by the steam room and then a few minutes in the Jacuzzi.
Very relaxing.
Regards
Zahid
Hi Zahid, thanks for visiting. I guess I would prefer the ‘after’ activities more than the work out, but I have heard that exercise can be very relaxing. It’s great that you found something that works for you.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
And that’s what my comprehensive guide will do for you.
Yes, you are right, I also feel relaxation on internet chatting with my friends..
Not only chatting with friends but also playing games, puzzle and lot more thing others like YouTube these all are sources of my relaxation.
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Hi Mike, thanks for visiting. I also find internet games quite relaxing – except when I’m losing!
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Mandy
I think i relax whit my kid my pasion is to help him grow as a person
Great way to relax, Steen. Thanks for visiting.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
my my, popular article eh!
Very! Thanks for visiting.
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Mandy
Hi,
thanks for your relax post……
When I need relaxation then I go to any bank or river as river is near my home and I read book as well.
Thanks for visiting, Mike. That’s a great way to relax.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
Every time I’m stress and need some relation I leave my PC and go out biking and smell the fresh air outside. Sometimes I go to a spa for a nice bath and massage…
Thanks for visiting. Fresh air is great for relaxation, and a massage, well, you just named my favourite!
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
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Hi Mandy,
I’m impressed with your explanation and other comments. Did you know how to relax when you expose more to PC. Currently, I’m doing my thesis for my degree. I feel the stress is gain day and day. Any tips to rid of this problem?
Danial
Hi Danial, thanks for visiting. You need to find your own stress reliever, something that relaxes you, and make sure you use it. As you can see from the other comments, everyone has their own way of relieving stress. For me it’s fresh air and quiet. Find yours, use it and you’ll be fine.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy
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Hypnosis is a very good way to relax. It is actually very similar to meditation. I use both to good effect. It is very important to take time out a few times per day, as it can improve your concentration and the quality of your work.
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Hi Jon, thanks for visiting. I have never tried hypnotism but have heard great things about it.
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Mandy
I stretch. I workout a lot, and very heavy, and with clients too, so I have to work out the kinks a lot. Stretching gets me nice and relaxed, and I feel better the time after I do it too.
Thanks for visiting, Chris. Yes, exercise is a great way to relax, it’s true.
Enjoy the journey.
Mandy