04/02/2025
Dr. Barry Kerzin’s Weekly Words of Wisdom: Complete relaxation maintaining alertness has many levels. We can relax the body, while remaining alert, not falling asleep, while keeping the body still. We can relax our talking. This gives our jaw, tongue, and voice-box muscles a break. Here we enter the realm of silence. Even though vocally silent, our thinking mind may still be chattering away! Take several slow deep breaths to clear some of the mental chatter. This may not happen right away, but with continuous practice, mental chatter will reduce. Reduce mental chatter by cutting down on stimulants, like caffeine, ni****ne, and sugar. Get nourishing sleep. In the hour or so before bedtime, chill. Too much excitement prior to sleep can interrupt sleep. Exercise regularly. All this assists coming home to our natural mind, beyond concepts. The body, speech, and mind are still. We radiate joy, love, and wisdom.🌬️