Overview
General Relaxation Methods
Procedure
Focus on physical and emotional relaxation (relaxing thoughts and muscle relaxation / present moment)
- Muskelentspannung
- More conscious and deeper breathing
- Lowering of the heart frequency
- Dilation of blood vessels
- Lower heart pressure
- Less use of oxygen and energy
Effects
- General relaxation
- Is experienced as serenity, contentment and well-being
- Possibly more precise perception of body and thoughts
Emotion and Body Oriented Coaching
Procedure
Focus on processing physical and emotional stress (physical and emotional patterns of tension)
- Solving physical strains (that are related to social and emotional stress)
- Processing and resolving difficult emotions
- Reducing anxiety and stress
- Spontaneous deeper breathing
- Relaxation as a side effect
Effects
- Physical and emotional „well-being“ enables activity and relaxation
- Better perception of body and emotions
- Increase in self-efficacy, ability to act and concentration