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Relaxation

Finding ways to relax can help reduce feelings of stress, anxiety and worry. It also allows both your mind and body to recover from the demands of daily life.

On this page, you can find a range of relaxation tips and ideas to help you feel calmer. Over time, you might find you automatically adjust your breathing if you’re tense or stressed.

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Tips for everyday living from Mind

Relaxation exercises from Mind

Relaxation techniques for stress relief from Help Guide

Mini-relaxation exercises from Harvard Health

Ideas for relaxation from Get Self-help

Breathing and relaxation exercises from NHS Inform

Relaxation and mindfulness exercises from Stress Control

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