Top ten relaxation techniques for children

 1. Deep Breathing is very useful for any person, you child can learn to take a breath hold it and then release it, this slow that his breath and blood pressure, heart rate and will feel more healthy. It naturally helps slowing down the body’s natural response to stress. This can be done by anyone and children usually find it entertaining.

2. Progressive muscles relaxation, you are going to focus on different muscles of the body and relax them in a progressive way. For example you can focus on your arms stretch them, hold them and then release them at the same time that you release your breath.

3. Visualization or visual guided imagery is another very useful way to relax, the child should imagine beautiful places, with peace, happiness and with people that he loves. He should be encouraged to think of happy memories or the beloved ones loving or kissing him. Visualization slows down the chatter of the mind and helps release negative thoughts and worries. Color imagination also works great. This is  great technique to use with a child as involving imagining their favorite relaxing color is more interesting and fun for them.

4. Audio music, there are some types of music like Enya and classical music that can really help get your mind focused and relaxed. Even very young children may enjoy listening to relaxing classical music or the music of Enya or Arkenstone.

5. Binaural Sounds, that is an audio technology that you hear 30 minutes a day or less and in sends signals to your brain wavelengths to release stress. This is getting very popular among those following meditation or relaxation and is a great way to relax for those who are very busy. If children are restless or naughty in nature this technique in particular can be helpful. Relaxation occurs in your mind by balancing your wavelengths. However, there are no studies made in child so you should ask an expert if the technology is completely safe.

7. Exercise is a great form of relaxation. Children love walking, running and playing which are all ways to exercise. Exercising to music is also great. There are many excellent exercise CDs and DVDs for all age groups. Children in particular will love this relaxation technique.

8. Laughter is a wonderful way to relieve stress and get relaxed and it helps the body to relax tense muscles. It releases chemicals in the body that reduce tension and pain. It will be great for the children.

9. Toe tensing draws tension down from the rest of the body. This simple exercise involves laying on your back and allowing yourself to sense your toes. Use your toe muscles to pull all ten toes back in the direction of your face and hold to the count of ten. Relax your toes and hold to the count of ten. Repeat the exercise ten times.

10. Meditation is another very used discipline to relax, yoga meditation is often used as a great relaxation technique.