KC_Pro_Con_2 (Bullets and Arrows)

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