If you are fortunate to be familiar with the relaxing sigh that sets in a few minutes into a good massage, you are privvy to the moment your nervous system switches from sympathetic (fight or flight) to parasympathetic (repair and rejuvenation) mode. It is important for our bodies to regularly visit this incredibly healing state of body/mind. The nervous system regulates the signals coming from the outside world and influences physiological function. Living in constant fight or flight cheats the body of healing down to the cellular level. If a massage isn't your thing, it is also achievable through reiki, yoga and simply sitting quietly for 5 minutes.
