Overcoming Urban Male Stress: The "Rongxian" Ten Relaxation Methods

November 30, 2023

One, continuous work pressure

The normal working hours for most people should not exceed 10 hours, as this is the maximum load that the human body can handle. However, in urban areas of China, adult males often experience work pressure for more than 12 hours, resulting in severe psychological burden.

Two, sense of loss

Feelings of pessimism and disappointment in career, relationships, and shattered self-confidence are haunting shadows for urban males.

Three, high pressure of competition

Today's white-collar men live in an era of fierce competition, and the feeling of insecurity and instability constantly erodes their hearts.

Four, family crisis

Inconsistent social values among family members and different preferences in emotions can lead to disharmonious family environments. Even in situations without apparent reasons, stress can be subtly transmitted to you through parents, spouse, and children.

Five, the impact of illness

When you are under pressure, your physical condition cannot be robust, making you vulnerable to diseases. This further intensifies the sense of worry, and worry, in turn, continues to undermine your already fragile health, creating a vicious cycle.

Six, excessive desire pressure

If you have excessive expectations for power and money, your cardiovascular and nervous systems will always be in a tense state, which disrupts the normal physiological rhythm. This results in energy overdraft and inevitable premature aging.

"Rongxian" Ten Relaxation Methods

Napping: Learn to take a nap in any place, such as at home, in the office, or even in the car. Just 10 minutes of nap can rejuvenate your spirit.

Imagination: Relax your brain by imagining your favorite places, such as the ocean or mountains. Focus your thoughts on the "see, smell, and hear" of the imagined scene, gradually immersing yourself in it to achieve mental relaxation.

Massage: Close your eyes tightly and use your fingertips to massage your forehead and the back of your neck, rotating in a regular direction. Avoid rubbing aimlessly.

Breathing: Perform rapid shallow breathing. For better relaxation, slowly inhale, hold your breath, and then exhale, each phase lasting eight beats.

Abdominal Breathing: Lie flat on the floor with your face up, relax your body naturally, and close your eyes tightly. Exhale, empty your lungs completely, let your abdomen bulge, then contract your abdomen, inhale, and finally relax, allowing your abdomen to return to its original state. After a few minutes of normal breathing, repeat this process.

Break the routine: Try different methods and do things that you don't usually do, such as hopping up and down stairs with both feet or singing in the shower. Singing loudly requires continuous deep breathing, which can help you relax and improve your mood.

Develop interests: Cultivate interests in various activities and enjoy them to the fullest.

Stretching exercises: Stretching exercises can relax your entire body and are very beneficial for eliminating tension.

Relaxation response: Sit comfortably in a quiet place, close your eyes tightly, relax your muscles, and silently perform breathing exercises, primarily focusing on deep breathing.

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