31/01/2026
Do this if you feel stressed
10 Minutes to Calm Your Nervous System
Lying on your back with your legs up the wall puts your body in a position where it does not have to work. Your spine is supported, your muscles can relax, and there is nothing you need to hold or control.
With your legs elevated, circulation becomes easier and your body can start to slow down. When you stay still and breathe calmly, your nervous system gets the signal that it is safe to let go of tension.
A few seconds are usually not enough for this to happen. It takes a bit of time for your system to shift out of stress mode. Around ten minutes gives your body the chance to actually settle and relax.
This is not stretching and it is not exercise. Nothing is forced. You are simply allowing your body to calm itself.
If you feel tense, overwhelmed, or constantly switched on, spending ten minutes in this position can be a simple way to help your body recover.
