Autogenic Training for Relaxation

Celebrate Mental Heath Awareness Week 2021 :
“Respect your body when it’s asking you for a break. Respect your mind when it’s seeking rest. Honor yourself when you need a moment.” ~ Author unknown it’s not just one week

“Blossom by blossom the spring begins.” ~Swinburne

this time I was watching waves - emotional, mental and physical waves. They were big, but am glad today’s negotiation went well so they can now calm down, similarly to the picture I took in today

The 7 types of rest that every person needs – Well worth a listen from – https://ideas.ted.com/the-7-types-of-rest-that-every-person-needs

Recovering from is a very slow process, surprisingly slow.
As this is something sadly many of us have already been through or will go through, I wanted to share my journey and hope it can provide comfort and help to many people.

I tested positive on 31st Dec, started out with mild symptoms that escalated on the first week of January so that the ambulance had to pay a visit. It was a shock - from leading an active life to not being able to stay standing for 5 sec, having a torturing headache combined with other symptoms.

When Covid positive, it’s easy to go down the anxiety route rooted in media headlines, but we all have an and the body is capable to deal with this. Of course I had anxious thoughts, still went through the initial shock and ‘what if’ questions. But as the worst part passed I had a bit of headspace to think through what I can do to get better. Throughout my recovery (am still off work and resting) there were a few things that helped me:

1. Family members and friends messaging, calling, checking in - although I haven’t been able to respond to all, they meant a lot and was comforting to know that so many people kept an eye on me - huge thank you to all of you.

2. Lots of liquid - herbal tea, water, soup all helped me to get better and stronger.

3. REST and RELAXATION - no matter how much I rested I felt fatigued. I wanted to move / walk / practice yoga but simply couldn’t and I had to listed to the ‘can’t’ part this time. I found practicing and helpful - it reminded me to trust in my body’s -healing ability. After practicing various techniques for 15+ years the body mind connection still amazes me.

4. Higher dose of Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Zinc, healthy food like goji and acai berry, cutting dairy products from my diet. There were 4 days when i couldn’t eat but since then I crave avocado, broccoli, lychee and orange. You may need something else, so listen to your body and it will tell you what it needs.

5. Gentle stretching - if you are able to. There was a week when I wasn’t able to move but after that gentle movements, opening the chest or the hips, working on meridian lines felt great. First I was able to do 5 mins only and I would absolutely recommend taking it easy and again listening to what your body needs

6. Don’t overdo it - this is the most challenging part. As soon as I felt like having some energy I went for a walk - and 1.2km left me so tired that I was lying in bed for the rest of the day. Unfortunately I overdid it yesterday and truly felt it this morning, so please don’t follow my example but instead ask for help. Your friends can run a few errands for you.

I hope this helps many people to feel less anxious - please feel free to share this post. Its important to remember that there are always resources available - practice tuning in and connecting with you body and mind to better understand what you truly need. If you need any help with relaxation techniques or Autogenic Training please drop me a line. With love, Tekla

Thank you to the 90 participants attending yesterday’s online workshop on ‘How to sleep better’. It was great to see so many people in the same time I wish none of you were suffering from insomnia. Hope you took away a few practical tips and tricks as well as the exercise to help you better and feel refreshed in the morning. Keep practicing - You’ve got nothing to lose but your insomnia!
You can access the e-booklet including the guided relaxation exercise here: How to sleep better e-booklet
https://schoolofsimplicity.co/how-to-sleep-better/











This photo was taken at one of my favourite spots after the workshop

Notice that there are gaps between your streams of thought; just as there is space between the notes in the music or between the organs and cells in our bodies, there is space between our thoughts. If you observe that gap you can find and .

Let’s wander offline river walk see you back online on Monday www.schoolofsimplicity.co/online-classes

symbolism has a long history, crossing many cultures - e.g. it’s a symbol of connection to all things, fresh start on life, growth and strength you can still sign up for Monday 6pm yoga class www.schoolofsimplicity.co/online-classes where we will focus on transformation

Start the week with - leave your laptop behind before 6pm and join me for a class - book your place here https://schoolofsimplicity.co/online-classes

Variations on a theme - mixing ingredients and toppings like , can make your morning porridge different every day! Who said lockdown food has to be boring?

“The best time to plant a tree was twenty years ago. The next best time is now. “ ~ Chinese proverb How to build resilience during Covid-19 lockdown - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-build-resilience-during-covid-19-lockdown-tickets-102529416244

RESILIENCE
"Barn's burnt down / Now I can see the moon." ~ Mizuta Masahide

How to build resilience during Covid-19 lockdown - for more information about the course and secure your place please click here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-build-resilience-during-covid-19-lockdown-tickets-102529416244

According to the World Economic Forum "with some 2.6 billion people around the world in some kind of lockdown, we are conducting arguably the largest psychological experiment ever. This will result in a secondary epidemic of burnouts and stress-related absenteeism in the latter half of 2020. Taking action now can mitigate the toxic effects of COVID-19 lockdowns."

Take action now by joining the course ‘HOW TO BUILD RESILIENCE DURING Covid-19 LOCKDOWN’ starting on 30 April
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-build-resilience-during-covid-19-lockdown-tickets-102529416244

Read the Full WEForum article:
https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/04/this-is-the-psychological-side-of-the-covid-19-pandemic-that-were-ignoring/

Autogenic Training for Relaxation updated their business hours.

Staying healthy in lockdown - boost your immune system.

Eat foods which contain vitamins to strengthen your immune system like
Vitamin C: spinach and kale, bell peppers, brussels sprouts, strawberries and papaya;
Vitamin E: almonds, peanuts, hazelnuts and sunflower seeds;
VitaminB6: bananas, lean chicken breast, cold-water fish such as tuna, baked potatoes and chickpeas;
Vitamin A: carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, cantaloupe and squash;
Vitamin D: fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, tuna and sardines), orange juice and cereals;
Folic acid: beans and peas, green leafy vegetables;
Iron: chicken and turkey, seafood, beans, broccoli and kale;
Selenium: garlic, broccoli, sardines, tuna, Brazil nuts and barley;
Zinc: crab, lean meats and poultry, baked beans (skip the kind with added sugar), yogurt and chickpeas.


join the next Relax Club on the same topic 6pm / Monday 6 April. Https://schoolofsimplicity.co/online-classes

Join me online -
6pm tonight (31 March) Relax Club and
6pm, Thursday (2 April) - Yoga,
Registration and online schedule: https://schoolofsimplicity.co/online-classes/

ONLINE CLASSES At the time of this global challenge, it has never been so important to stay sane, and look after your physical and mental wellbeing. I am committed to offer support. You will find my new offerings…

POWER
"When you know better, you do better." ~ Maya Angelou

JOY
"Sit. Feast on your life." ~ Derek Walcott

POSSIBILITY
"Soar, eat ether, see what has never been seen; depart, be lost, but climb.' ~ Edna St. Vincent Millay

“A happy life must be to a great extent a quiet life, for it is only in an atmosphere of quiet that true joy can live.” ~ Bertrand Russel

GRATITUDE
"If the only prayer you ever say in your entire life is 'Thank you', it will be enough.' ~ Meister Eckhart

STRESSLESS #4
BEING ADDICTED TO BUSY-NESS

If you are addicted to being busy and under pressure you might find the following statements familiar:
* You find it difficult to switch off your working brain.
* You feel ‘at your best’ when you are at your busiest.
* You feel uncomfortable / panicky / guilty when there is a white space in the calendar and you could enjoy a bit of ‘you time’. You have no idea what to do with that extra time and miss the buzz around you.
* You set extremely high standards for yourself and others. In other words you are a perfectionist.
* You need to exercise to self regulate and get moody or emotional when you miss your exercise routine.
* You prioritise work over friends and family.

Watch the space as I will post practical tips on how to change this pattern.

CONNECTION
" Love is the essential existential fact. It is our ultimate reality and our purpose on earth." ~ Marianne Williamson

SLEEP and PRODUCTIVITY #3
Sleep helps CREATIVITY - research show that people who sleep better become more creative. They are able to rearrange existing information and come up with new ideas quickly.
https://schoolofsimplicity.co/how-to-sleep-better/

AWE
"In the word question, there is a beautiful word - quest. I love that word." ~ Elie Wiesel

FOOD TO BOOST YOUR CONCENTRATION
Berries — blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, cherries and black currants — are a rich source of antioxidants and other flavonoids that are thought to increase blood flow to your brain, consequently boost memory function helping you to focus for longer. Berries are also rich in Vitamin-C, which helps the immune system function at its optimum as well as reduces the physical and psychological effects of stress.

Complementary 20 Minute Consultation:
If you would like more information about how Stress Management Consultations, Autogenic Training, Reflexology or Yoga can help you achieve your health goals I provide a complementary 20 minute consultation by phone or Skype. A personal chat gives you the chance to tell me what’s happening for you and me the chance to explain how I can help you and what you can expect from the sessions. This also allows us to determine which level of care and package is right for you. I would be happy to answer any questions you might have.
There is no charge, it is FREE. https://schoolofsimplicity.co/services