A relaxation technique for anxiety that German psychologist, Johannes Heinrich Schultz, developed in 1932.

Sitting comfortably, slowly close your eyes.

Breathe in.

Breathe out.

Tighten your fingers, hands, arms, and shoulders as much as possible.

Breathe in.

Breathe out.

Notice the difference you feel between the tension you exerted and the release you allowed.

Tighten your toes, feet, ankles, calves, knees, thighs, and hips as much as possible.

Breathe in.

Breathe out.

Notice the difference you feel between the tension you exerted and the release you allowed.

Experiencing tension and experiencing release empowers you to make the choice between the two.