Relaxation : Exercises and Inspirations for Well-Being

by Sarah Brewer

A step-by-step guide to relaxation in the modern world try out some practical relaxation techniques in a programme specially devised by health journalist of the year, dr sarah brewer drawn from traditions of both east and west, 12 step-by-step exercises from simple meditations, gentle stretches, visualizations to breathing techniques show how to put relaxation into practice simply and effectively and for immediate stress relief interspersed throughout the book are quotations from some of the worlds key thinkers this practical and inspiring book is filled with gems of relaxation wisdom that bring well-being and fulfilment within easy reach of us all

128 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

About the author

Doctor Sarah Brewer

Reviews

[Em · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a small book packed with great relaxation ideas. It's by Dr. Sarah Brew, a medical doctor in the UK. It's a Barnes & Noble publication, along with Ashtanga Yoga, Meditation, and Yoga. While printed over 20 years ago, all of these hold up well. They were printed on quality paper with lovely photos and illustrations.

The table of contents labels each chapter and then has multiple subchapters. The four chapters are titled as follows:

Reclaiming Relaxation
Mind-Body Harmony
The Inner Realm
Relaxation for Life

As I make my way through a few decades of book collecting to cull, I find that the books that focus on relaxation and stress reduction are the ones I find hardest to part with. The acquisition of yoga and meditation books was all a part of me trying to reduce my stress from life and work. However, much of this can now be found online, which wasn't the case when I was buying so many books. There is something to be said for a lovely, comprehensive book where it's all in one place though.

[Hanane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Une relaxation dirigée est vitale pour un bien-être durable. Elle équilibre les effets négatifs du stress sur la santé. Lorsque nous produisons un effort conscient pour nous détendre, à travers des techniques telles que la méditation, la visualisation et même l'activité physique, nous incitons l'esprit à se calmer (en le vidant des pensées pénibles) et le corps à se relâcher..

[Bookjunk · Rating 2 out of 5]

I found the book very repetitive and it contained very little in the way of practical advice. However, the few exercises that the book had to offer were quite nice.