The Way of the Hammock

It may seem counterintuitive in our busy world that taking time to relax will help us to be productive. The truth is that when we practise active relaxation - whether we do it in a hammock or not - we are changing our neural pathways and creating a calmer mind. That's why mindfulness expert Marga Odahowski proclaims, 'Hammocking is a verb.'In this book, Marga draws on design methods, including visualization, to provide busy people with practical ways to cultivate calm and enhance creativity. Designers know that a playful attitude and joyful mind-set are essential for insight and innovation - and why should they have all the fun? Supported by engaging stories, Marga emphasizes the value of relaxation, mindful living and positivity in strengthening decision-making and achieving greater peace and wellbeing. With her simple, straightforward techniques, you will learn to:-Change your relationship to stress-Make confident decisions with one easy practice-Shift your mind-set to support your goalsThis book will become your own well-worn tool for transformation from 'crazy busy' to calm and creative!