MENTAL HEALTH WEEK- Relaxation Zone

The Relaxation Zone, part of the Mental Health Week activities, provided participants with the technique of guided imagery. This would enable them to cope with everyday situations by relaxing themselves on their own, simply by recalling the emotions and experiences they had during the exercise. There were total of 50 pparticipants.

Guided imagery is a technique that works purposefully with our imagination, by using phrases and words to evoke a sensory response, that encourages the healing of mind, body and spirit.  Imagery communicates with the autonomic nervous system to influence life functions such as breathing, heart rate, digestion and immune responses. This gentle, yet very powerful healing modality is a way to connect our unconscious with our conscious, and become creators of our own experience. The practice of guided imagery is highly adaptable to an individual’s needs. It’s inexpensive and easy to use.

Guided imagery as a relaxation technique was introduced to the participants. They were invited to experience it with an audio-visual video, where they could keep their eyes closed or open to feel with the visuals at their discretion. After the experience of the imagery, each participant was inquired about their experiences. It turned out to be relaxing for all the participants. They were then guided about how to use the technique and their experience during the imagery, to relax themselves in everyday life situations.

The entire event was enlightening and provided a welcome break from people's daily routines. It also equipped them with practical coping methods, while also enhancing mental health. Volunteers also had the opportunity of practically engaging in the agenda of raising mental health awareness while also accumulating career-oriented skills in a fun-filled way.

Total Beneficiaries- 70