The constant demands of parenting can make it hard to unwind (even when we want to). Use this simple visualization with a graphic from NetCredit to release tension, one breath at a time.
- Picture your stress, anxiety, or pent-up emotions like a wound-up ball of yarn.
- Now find the tip of the yarn and hold onto it as you drop the ball of yarn with a deep breath in and out.
- Let the yarn unravel as the ball slowly rolls away from you like tension being released from your body.
- Once the yarn is completely loose, you’ll feel lighter and more relaxed, helping you unwind.
Check out the original article with other visualization techniques here.