Progressive Relaxation Information
The purpose of progressive relaxation is to rid the body of tension, both noticeable tension and residual tension (tension of which a person is not cognitively aware). For example, as you are reviewing this page look to see if your arms and legs are tightened, as though poised for action. Tightening is usually non-cognitive, yet tightened muscles can drain energy and cause tension.
Progressive relaxation can help you learn what really relaxed muscles feel like so you can tell the difference and train yourself to be more relaxed.
You will be relaxing four major muscle groups.
Group I: Hands and forearms
Group II: Forehead and face, neck and throat
Group III: Chest, shoulders, back and stomach
Group IV: Thighs, hips, calves and feet
Make sure that you are in a comfortable chair and have privacy with no distractions (turn off your phone, put your pet in another room, etc.). Wear loose fitting clothing with no jewelry, contact lenses, or glasses. Have low light but not darkness. If at any time you experience cramping or muscle soreness, discontinue the training and inform your counselor.
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Relaxation CD By Tracks
Track 1 Speaker – Mark F. Eddy, Ph.D. Approximately 22 minutes
Track 2 Speaker – Mark F. Eddy, Ph.D. Approximately 12 minutes
Track 3 Speaker – Mark F. Eddy, Ph.D. Approximately 8 minutes
Track 4 Speaker – Gordon Williams, Ph.D. Approximately 14 Minutes
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