FabSwingers.com forum: Yoga, meditation, breathin excercises etc

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

So I'm going through a bit of an unbalanced patch again in life

(incorrect/disconnected emotions and feelings that don't correlate to the actual real world situation)

Normally my solutions have not been the wisest or most long term (handfulls of medication that just shut everything down for a while etc) this time i want to try and build a routine and am willing to try the things i normally disparage.

I live a bit out of the way and work nights so the classes for these kinds of things are all either too far or wrong times so I'm not really sure where to start.

For anyone who does simmilar helpful guides or video tutorials etc would be handy.

I'm thinking maybe a simple yoga routine to start the day with after i wake up which has the benifit of helping me stretch (my body is fucked when it comes to flexibility) and give me some more energy and a positive start to the day.

A meditation session or soemthing before bed each night to help calm my mind and help me sleep (and hoepfuly stop my constant nightmares). But i have zero experience with meditation and no idea where to start with it.

So yeah anyone with expeirnce or tips please eothwr post or pm

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By *rincess peachWoman
over a year ago

shits creek

Only thing I can suggest is you tube

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

At times like that. I use Mindfulness. Read the Books and can download as an audio too.

CBT can be good. Talking it out with someone.

And just getting away from it all and being with yourself.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Google sun salutations on YouTube. Very good for stretching the whole body and focusing the mind.

There are lots of yogic breathing exercising which I can't remember right now but the yoga instructor at work sent something out yesterday so will try to find it later.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Only thing I can suggest is you tube"

Yeah for ever 1 good tutorial theres a 100 bad ones so hopin people can recomend ones that have worked/are well presented

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Beginner Yoga DVD's. Search through the Amazon.

They do Pilates too

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I had group sessions at the psychiatric hospital that helped. They were breathing and relaxation techniques and we were given a tape to take home.

The man had a wonderful soft, French accent.

The technique was to lay flat on the bed, close your eyes and concentrate on your body. Before starting you inhalw through your nose deeply and exhale through your mouth a few times, whilst concentrating on the word relax. Then, starting at the feet and working your way up your body you tense up the muscles for a few seconds-keeping your breathing even-then release the muscle. This is to relax your mind and release the tension in your body.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My meditation technique that I use most of the time is really simple. I either sit on an upright chair or lie flat on my back. Relax my muscles by tensing them, loosening them by shakes and jiggles or moving my head gently from side to side. Then close my eyes and focus on the brow of my nose. I then. Then breathe deeply, through my nose, filling my lungs and diaphragm as much as I can, then exhaling deeply until I've expelled the air. If my mind wanders I let go of the thought and focus my attention on the bridge of my nose. Use relaxing music if it helps but silence is best. Just do it for as long a time as you can spare but gradually build up how long you can sustain it.

I now use the same breathing approach in the gym and my workouts have become a meditation too ....

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Also have a look at Andy Piddicombe's Ted Talk - it has some really useful intro ideas

https://www.ted.com/talks/andy_puddicombe_all_it_takes_is_10_mindful_minutes?utm_source=tedcomshare&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=tedspread

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Also have a look at Andy Puddicombe's Ted Talk - it has some really useful intro ideas

https://www.ted.com/talks/andy_puddicombe_all_it_takes_is_10_mindful_minutes?utm_source=tedcomshare&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=tedspread

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I found "The Secret" and "The Magic" by Ronda Byrne really great for getting my head out of its downwards spiral and increasing my mindfulness.

My life has improved so much in the last couple of years since I found this and implement it on a regular basis x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Forgot to mention, you can watch The Secret on YouTube. I have it playing away while I'm cooking or cleaning and just listen x

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By *uke olovingmanMan
over a year ago

Gravesend

Find a Tai chi group .. best all round exercise and chill meditation all in one .. and you can do it anywhere with your clothes on

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By *ovely_and_HimselfCouple
over a year ago

North of Derby

Mindfulness techniques can be very useful, they have their origins in meditation but also ways to relearn how to think about things

Google

jon kabat zinn mindfulness, he's the grandaddy of the western mindfulness movement

Also search for frantic world, for some meditations

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By *ost SockMan
over a year ago

West Wales and Cardiff

I do think meditation is good.

Just be patient with it - I don't find it easy, but it is rewarding. I do think it's beneficial.

I just put on a clip featuring the sound of the waves from YouTube.

I've been struggling with some things for a few years. I was advised to write down five good qualities about myself. I recite them to myself a few times a day.

It does sound like Steve Coogan's pre-Alan Partridge sales rep character (Gareth Cheeseman?) going "You're a TIGER. Grrrr" into the mirror, but I find it helpful.

I've already done it once today!

Try it - many of us are far too hard on ourselves.

I resisted the temptation to include "Rampant Sex God" in those five qualities btw - goes without saying

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By *is_Collared_SubWoman
over a year ago

London

"Only thing I can suggest is you tube"

Yoga with Adrienne is very good. You have to see past her 'have a nice day' Americanness, which will annoy some.

Learn the individual poses in yoga first before trying to do a full 'flowing' session. Also consider Pilates as a grounding.

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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

Try Tai Chi first as it is slow and deliberate. Once you get in the flow your mind relaxes.

It will sound bonkers but when your mental balance feels off do some balance exercises. Stand on one leg, bend forward and extend the leg back. It forces your brain to shift focus.

Even with erratic hours if you can find a yoga class to attend it will make a difference as there's someone to correct the posture so that you don't hurt yourself.

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