EPISODE · Oct 23, 2023 · 16 MIN
Why Modern Societies Resist Relaxation
from The Tao of Yoga Nidra: A Healing Path for Workaholics · host Chantelle Punch
Exploring our collective cultural resistance towards rest, relaxation, meditation and sleep We expose some of the myths and cultural beliefs that surround relaxation and meditation practices (such as this being lazy, unproductive, waste of time and self-indulgent) We look at some of the amazing physiological and psychological health benefits that result from simple regular relaxation routines. There is also a very brief introduction to the wide-ranging health benefits of the progressive muscle relaxation technique.
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Exploring our collective cultural resistance towards rest, relaxation, meditation and sleep We expose some of the myths and cultural beliefs that surround relaxation and meditation practices (such as this being lazy, unproductive, waste of time and self-indulgent) We look at some of the amazing physiological and psychological health benefits that result from simple regular relaxation routines. There is also a very brief introduction to the wide-ranging health benefits of the progressive muscle relaxation technique.
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