Summary:
The book presents a pioneering stress-reduction method that involves a simple meditative technique to help individuals reduce stress by eliciting the body's natural relaxation response. It includes scientific research, practical steps for implementation, and evidence of the health benefits associated with regular practice of this technique.
Key points:
1. Relaxation Response: The book's main idea is a deep rest state that alters stress responses, reducing metabolism, heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing rate. This can be achieved through meditation, yoga, and deep breathing.
Books similar to "The Relaxation Response":
Guide to Stress Reduction, 2nd Ed.
L. John Mason
How to Relax
Martin Meadows
Five Minute Meditation
Lisa Shea
Stress Less, Accomplish More
Emily Fletcher
How to Sit
Thich Nhat Hanh
How to Relax
Thich Nhat Hanh
Practicing Mindfulness
Matthew Sockolov
25 Lessons in Mindfulness
Rezvan Ameli
The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down
Haemin Sunim