Stress Relaxation Technique: Have a "Getaway" Place!

Use this stress relaxation technique to get rid of your stress once in for all. How? Have a "getaway" place. Learn this, along with many other tips for reducing stress. Each stress reduction technique is unique and easy to use.

A place where you get away from your stress. Sound simple? It is! Well, I still haven't covered the "unique" part, have I?

Well, this technique is a perfect stress "weakener". It's a perfect starter. This technique is used to weaken the stress in the beginning, making it easier to conquer.

And then the other techniques can finish the job! So, this technique works best when it's used before. Confused?

Hey, just learn the technique, and your stress is history!

You see, this stress relaxation technique weakens stress in all sorts of ways....Ready to learn how?

Let's go!

Stress Relaxation Technique: What is a "Getaway" Place?

Hey, I've found this technique very helpful whenever I use it. So let's get started!

Well what is a "getaway" place?

Simple. Any place that doesn't remind you of your stress. Any place makes you feel comfortable. Like....

Let's say you love the balcony from your house. It gives you a really nice view, and just makes you feel good. That's your "getaway" place!

So, just any place that makes you feel happy. And also, try to keep the inside of your house out-of-bounds.

You know, a local park, your backyard, a balcony... any place with no distraction. Just think of a place; I'll wait for you here.

Got it?

Great. Now, how do you spend your time in this "getaway" place?

Stress Relaxation Technique: It's "You" Time. Forget the World

Well, once you've found the right place for yourself, it's time to forget. Forget about everything. Your life, your job, your car, your bills - all the "stressy" things.

Then, just close your eyes and enjoy the isolation. Imagine that you're care-free, no deadlines, no bills, no stress. Just be alive. Acknowledge your surroundings, and try to appreciate the peaceful setting.

Wait. I know what you're thinking...

Forgetting about your stress isn't going to solve it, is it?

I like the way you think! Well, that's true. Forgetting the problem doesn't solve it. So how does this help?

Remember; this stress relaxation technique is a great starter. It's to "get the ball rolling". You see, once you forget about your stress, you're in a happy mood.

And once you're in a happy mood, it is much easier to relieve your stress! Having a "getaway" place weakens the monster. And it's needed to fully kill the stress.

And there's one more thing I have to tell you...

It's Your "Getaway" Place. Don't Overdo It

Well, once you have your getaway place, it's a great way to get away from life, and rejuvenate your mind. But only go to your place when you're stressed.

No other time. Why? By going to your getaway place even when you're not stressed, you'll dilute its effect.

Why? Let's take your bed as an example...

The only reason you go to bed is to sleep, right? Right. So, when you lie down on your bed, you automatically feel sleepy, right?

That's the point! If you go to your "getaway" place only when you're stressed, you'll automatically feel in a happy and "ready to manage stress" mood.

Back to your bed...

What if you start eating dinner on your bed? The bed is now being used for two purposes. So that means it's not as effective in making you feel sleepy. Why?

It might make you feel hungry!

Get the point?

Only go to your "getaway" place when you're stressed.

Take-home Lesson?

You should use your "getaway" place to weaken your stress, making it easier to kill the "stress" monster! What kills the monster? The other stress relaxation techniques on this website, of course!

Well, you've learned a truly useful stress relaxation technique today! Good job! As always, remember; use this website, learn it, love it, share it!

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