Stress, the most common disease of today. You probably now this situation: You are supposed to write an article, work on a project or finish a school assignment. But you are just so stressed that you are not able to put together a single sentence. That might come from a lack of relaxation. Read on to find out more.
If that happens to you, you are not alone. In the hectic world of today, it is very easy to lose focus. And not only focus, but creativity too. Do not worry, this is NOT an incurable disease! The treatment is easier than you think: Relaxation. Yes, it is that simple.
Relaxation Activates Your Brain in a Different Way
Our brains can not be switched off. They are working non-stop. Observing the world around us and analyzing all the stored information. Even though there is no switch to help you shut down your thoughts, you can mute them for a while. All these techniques can help you reach the state of relaxation:
- Meditation
- Long walks
- Connecting to nature
- Listening to calming music
- Massage
- Breathing exercises
- Spa visit
- Going for run
- Painting
And many more. When you successfully manage to calm your mind, creativity, new ideas and solutions to problems might surprisingly appear. It is definitely worth trying more relaxation with different methods. Read on to see our top two picks for calming your mind and boosting your creativity.
Meditate to Spark Your Creative Mind
Meditation is a great way of slowing down. It causes relaxation, releases stress and let you tune into your creative mind. Meditating regularly can help with boosting your resilience and lowering your stress levels. It can also help with regulating your emotions and having a more positive outlook on life. Wondering how it works? Try this guided meditation to boost your inspiration and creativity. It will take only seven minutes of your time.
Go for a Walk to Boost your Creativity
It might sound ridiculous, but going for a walk can help you boost your creativity and bring new solutions. Moderate physical activity can actually help you to spark inspiring ideas. Would you like to know how it works? Then listen to this short but to the point speech by Marily Oppezzo, who will guide you through the process of brainstorming while walking.
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