We all know the importance of rest and its effect. It may seem like a strange question, but do you know how to relax? Most of us believe that resting is an obvious and simple thing that we all know how to do; But you should know that the rest that comes with restoring energy and creating vitality does not happen easily. Many of us are not good at relaxing and practicing relaxation, when it is so important for stress relief, daily pressures, and mental health. Stay with us to tell you how to have an effective rest.

We need rest more than we think. The truth is that so far the current situation caused by the corona virus epidemic and its consequences has put a lot of mental pressure on us. Therefore, no matter how much we rest, it is not enough. Maybe you like this fact; But if you still feel tired after taking consecutive breaks, you probably don’t know how to rest.

You are not alone; Resting is easier said than done for most people. In the following, we will provide you with solutions so that after resting, you are really tired and regain your lost strength.

1. Know what really relaxes you

This issue may be very obvious to you; But most people don’t know what really relaxes them. People think they are resting, when they are not; For example, checking Twitter or Instagram may be relaxing for some people, but for most of us, it’s more anxiety-provoking than anything else!

Maybe do things you’ve heard are relaxing, like meditating, taking a nap, or lying in a hot tub; But all these things seem boring and do not help you. Relaxation is not one-size-fits-all.

To understand what true rest is, you must first change the way you think. Relaxation does not mean a specific activity or action, but the result of that specific activity or action. What activities relax you is up to you.

Try different hobbies, sports and social activities, and self-care exercises and see how they affect you. Ask yourself: How do I feel after doing this? Do I feel still, stable, or comfortable? If the answer is yes, you can add that activity to your list of relaxing activities.

If you find that these activities do not relax you and you have nothing else to try, go back to the selection stage and try new activities. It’s okay if you go for small things: things that may even seem trivial, such as daily breathing exercises or sitting for 30 seconds.