Hillo! :)
I think relaxing is one of the most hardest yet most beneficial things to do. How are you meant to rid your mind of all your thoughts, worries, fears, hopes and dreams? Its something I strive to do each day. Yes its hard, terribly hard to do but its worth it. Even to take five minutes a day to relax, to breathe and to be in the moment.
After coming home from a retreat today I feel refreshed and renewed. Its a wonderful feeling to just sit back and be. Even if like me you find it difficult to actually completely relax; that's okay. Just keep trying. Even sitting still and silent in the one place can create peacefulness.
Its a truly beautiful thing to feel; this sense of inner peace and happiness. Cherish it. Nurture it. Appreciate it. And share it with all those whom you meet. For feeling relaxed and peaceful and open a whole set of doors of opportunity for you.
Try this short exercise:
Breathe in and count 1, 2.
Slowly exhale deeply, 1,2,3.
Keep doing this for a couple of times; maybe 5-6 or whatever feels right to you.
Maybe when you get comfortable with this you could repeat a positive quote or affirmation in your mind, e.g, I am happy, I accept myself for who I am, I can do this, etc. You could say it once when you exhale and once when you inhale or split it up; say one word when you inhale and two words when you exhale.
Good luck!
And happy relaxation!
