Best Forms of Relaxation

These times can be stressful. As the world continues to face new challenges every day, it can be hard to make time for relaxation. That’s why no matter how much you have going on, you should make it a point to do something that makes you feel centered. For the sake of your mental health, it’s essential to allow yourself to decompress. For this reason, we’ve come up with a list of some of the best ways you can relieve stress.

For some people, all it takes to calm down is a playlist of their favorite songs to jam with. Music can serve as a healthy kind of escape from reality for some time. If possible, I recommend taking a drive alone or with someone close to you and playing whatever kind of music you’re into. Or, you could simply lay back at the house with some headphones on. The greatest thing about music is that there’s something for every mood and emotion. In every genre, you can find meaningful music, motivational, sad, energetic, and the list goes on. Some songs may even bring back a warm nostalgic feeling. For example, when I hear old Outkast songs like “Hey Ya” or “Ms. Jackson” I immediately think of fun childhood moments. The choice is yours with what kind of musical journey you decide to go on.

Sometimes, people tend to overlook how beneficial a good massage can be. Speaking from personal experience, it’s easy to not realize how much your body might need it. The last time I had a shoulder massage, I was told I had more knots than the person had ever come across, and I didn’t even know it! Knots are tense muscle areas that feel clumped together, and can hurt when pressure is applied. There are several different types of body massages you can get such as a hot stone massage or a deep tissue massage. Taking a bath can ease tension in a similar way. To store your bath salts or bath fizzies, check out this single-sided white bag. This poly-plastic bag is water-resistant and completely reusable! Depending on how you feel, be sure to research what kind of massage will be the most effective for you.

Hiking is a great way to get more connected with nature, and to keep technology at a minimum for a couple of hours. Hiking is not only helpful for improving mental health, but physical as well. Depending on the hike, you get quite the workout walking on steep inclines. Yet, the feeling of mental relaxation in a scenic environment is unmatched. If you are unable to get to a nearby hiking area, taking a long walk can suffice too. Whichever you decide, be sure to hydrate properly and take breaks as needed.

Occasionally, the best kind of plans are ones that don’t require leaving the house. Whether you’re alone, with some friends, or your special someone, get comfortable and enjoy some movie watching relaxation time. To accompany the movie, grab some of your favorite snacks and blankets. Similar to music, movies are a great way to give yourself a break from real life for a little while. To store your favorite popcorn, you might like our border design bag. This bag is food safe, available in a yellow-like coloring to match the popcorn, and visibly displays your snack from the outside!

Winding Down

Overall, there are many ways in which you can improve your mental health through relaxation. When you’re constantly on go mode, it’s easy to quickly tire out. Avoid unnecessary low points by treating yourself with care. In order to give time to others, a little bit of “you time” can help you be the best version of yourself.  We have more info on relaxation methods. If you like this blog, check out our other blog on 5 reasons you should go take a hike.