As we start growing older, we also begin looking after our body, since it demands more. Teenagers are often given a free pass because their bodies can take it. Here’s the news, that’s not true. A bad lifestyle affects teenagers just as much as adults, if not more. With teenagers, there’s a growing concern of it becoming something that sticks to them life-long, because they are still in their learning period of life.
In this series, we will deal with common issues teenagers face, which are often ignored and can be solved by Somatics Yoga. Today’s topic, the first of this series, is a widespread problem among teenagers - Sleep deprivation.
Sleep is a very important part of our physical, emotional and mental health. The average person will sleep for one third of their life. The way we prepare for sleep is very important because the quality of sleep we receive shapes our emotional, mental and physical health. But teenagers barely sleep. Whether it’s a high-load of school work, their routine, or even play time, teenagers often are the first to skip sleep. This can lead to various problems.
Noticeable signs of sleep deprivation include:
Memory issues
Weight gain
Irritability
Excessive fatigue
Poor balance and co-ordination
Imagine all this, on a growing child learning to adapt to life’s challenges. It’s a cocktail for disaster. And that’s why solving sleep-issues of utmost importance. If you’re a parent looking to help your child, look into their sleeping patterns. If they have trouble sleeping regularly and consistently, get in touch with us. Somatics Yoga can aid your child into forming healthy life habits, and fix their sleeping problems and more. Here’s how…
Somatics helps you relax your muscles and be mindful. When you are relaxed and aware, you are able to let go of all the stress you are carrying. This helps you reach the state where you can start your sleeping process. Thereon, Somatics teaches you methods that will help you calmly fall asleep. One of them is a form of breathing exercises. Try one of these simple exercises when you’re in bed.
Rest your eyes and notice your breathing. Pay attention to your breathing pattern and feel the air enter and leave your body. Visualize the flow of air as it passes through you, goes inside you, and is exhaled back out. Look for any tension, and as you exhale, feel the tension leave too. If your mind wanders to another worry or thought, let it go and gently redirect your attention back to your breath.
This is just one of the many things we can do to help.You can learn more by joining us for a personal session online or offline. Simple contact us for a counselling session and help your child kickstart a better life.
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