"Is there anything more relaxing than a warm bath or shower after a hard day?
It’s not just the warm water that makes us feel chilled out – it’s also down to our biology. Here’s the science bit: splashing water on your face triggers something called the mammalian diving reflex. Your body believes that it’s going to go for a swim underwater, so your heart rate drops quickly – making you feel calmer. This is also a good way to calm yourself down if you’re feeling anxious. Research has also shown that having a warm bath could help to relieve depression as much as physical exercise.
You can make your bath or shower even more relaxing by trying out some simple meditation and mindfulness techniques ..." (read more)