Sophrology is a method for improving health, well-being, and personal development. Sophrology uses techniques such as visualisation, relaxation, deep breathing and simple movements called Dynamic Relaxation (relaxation through movement). The technique is based on a blend of Eastern and Western philosophies rooted in yoga, Buddhist meditation, and Japanese Zen.

Sophrology uses techniques such as:

• hypnosis • visualization • meditation • mindfulness • breathing exercises • gentle movements • body awareness.

Sophrology encourages personal development and teaches you to slow down, take it easy, and relax into being. It can help with the stresses and challenges of everyday life along with business, creative, and athletic endeavours.

Uses and benefits

Plenty of subjective evidence supports the benefits of sophrology. Practitioners report feeling more peaceful, confident, and happy.

Sophrology practices are also used for:

• managing pain • combating overthinking, especially receptive troubling thoughts • feeling less stress and anxiety • better concentration • sleeping more deeply.