Relaxation sound is one of natures gifts. Some things you have to pay for, but relaxation sound is always available and free even when it is the relaxing sound of silence.

However, because of the fast pace of life you may have lost touch with the feeling of your relaxation sound. Relaxation sound can help you take a break so that you can breathe and enjoy the joy of living.

The fast pace of life is ONE myth which you have accepted without questioning.

Working as a volunteer I teach relaxation by the bedside for heart, stroke and cancer patients in hospitals. I have taken note of one myth which states that relaxation should be a one time thing.

Most patients agree, from experience, that to be healthy you need to slow down and smell the roses. Slowing down is a process and not a quick fix.

Relaxation is not part of life; relaxation is a process of living in each moment.

If you accept this myth, consciously or unconsciously, then it is very difficult for you to be aware your relaxation sound. When you acknowledge your relaxation sound you are easily able to take a break and can breathe and enjoy the joy of living.

If you believe in the myth that relaxation is a one time thing then you are setting yourself up for a massive health challenge.

As a simple exercise I want you to see how long you can hold your breath. Breathing is a natural part of living and if you are not practicing relaxation daily you may have stopped breathing without even being aware of it.

Listening to your relaxation sound is a simple way to practice Relaxation. You can take a break and breathe and enjoy the joy of living.

In conclusion:

Your relaxation sound although free and readily available has been forgotten. The fast pace of life has forced you to accept the myth that relaxation is a one time thing.

In your breathing exercise you may have discovered or been reminded of the significance of listening to your relaxation sound which will allow you to take a break so that you can breathe and enjoy the joy of living.

Cecil McIntosh

Cecil McIntosh, B.B.M., CHt., is a gifted teacher and coach who is the expert on relaxing. He is the founder, developer, designer, teacher and coach of the Empty Your Cup? (EYC) process.

The (EYC) process facilitates Eastern and Western philosophies. The Eastern philosophy is based on knowing and finding yourself and the Western philosophy is based on material acquisition. The (EYC) process helps you find the appropriate balance between Eastern and Western thinking.

The (EYC) process is a 14 year synthesis of the cutting edge methodologies like Hypnotherapy, Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP) and Energy Work. The (EYC) process begins with (EYC) relaxation which is quick and practical. The next step is (EYC) Meditation and then finally (EYC) self-actualization.

Cecil is a member of the Canadian association of NLP (CANLP) and the National Association of Transpersonal Hypnotherapist (NATH). He is the director of research and training for Change Perspective located in Mississauga, Canada.

He had over 25 years of experience in sales and was graduated with a four-year degree in business management from Ryerson Polytechnical Institute. Cecil is also the author of many audio CDs and video products for relaxation and meditation. He provides seminars, workshops and coaching to help you relax anywhere, anytime.

Cecil experienced profound momentum on his journey, when his marriage ended in divorce. He now is enjoying a healthy relationship with his life partner and four children, ages 25, 23, 20, 18 and one granddaughter.