The complete guide to reducing stress : the natural approach

This is an exploration of the healing power of nature which shows how it can be used to help cope with the daily pressure of life.

The author describes the therapeutic benefits of nature and suggests simple breathing and stretching exercises.

Ways of energizing the body using yoga, sleep, certain foods and water therapy are also explained.This guide goes on to look at the power of nature to heal the mind and describes the soothing benefits of mood foods, Bach flower remedies, aromatherapy, dreamwork, colourwork and sound therapy.

Ways of creating a healing environment by using crystals, reducing pollution and creating positive energy fields (with feng shui) are also discussed.Also included are step-by-step instructions on how to use conscious relaxation, autogenics, meditation and guided imagery, and self-massage for relaxation and revitalization.