Relaxation for neck?

[Leranomek]

In a recent consious OBE attempt I felt my energy body loosen from my physical arms, chest and legs.

The problem is, I seemed to be stuck at the neck. My whole body seemed asleep except for the neck! 

I can only assume my neck was not relaxed enough...

Anybody had a similar problem or have any advice on properly relaxing the neck region?

[Novice]

Most people carry the bulk of their stress in their neck, shoulders and jaw. These are usually the last areas in the body to fully relax.

Next time, I would try either some stretching exercises, like yoga or maybe some intense exercises like aerobics or weight-lifting. Something to really wear-out the body. (You may need to grab a shower afterwards  ) but when you are done, lie down and let your muscles finally relax and let go. When the muscles have just gone through a rigorous work-out, they are ready and willing to take a break. I think this really helps facilitate total body relaxation while in the shortest amount of time. The mind is usually quite calm after the work out and more easily focused.

Hope this helps!

[malganis]

I have problems with relaxing neck also.

Do you use support for the neck? How high?

[Leranomek]

Most people carry the bulk of their stress in their neck, shoulders and jaw. These are usually the last areas in the body to fully relax.

Next time, I would try either some stretching exercises, like yoga or maybe some intense exercises like aerobics or weight-lifting. Something to really wear-out the body. (You may need to grab a shower afterwards  ) but when you are done, lie down and let your muscles finally relax and let go. When the muscles have just gone through a rigorous work-out, they are ready and willing to take a break. I think this really helps facilitate total body relaxation while in the shortest amount of time. The mind is usually quite calm after the work out and more easily focused.

Hope this helps!

Thanks for the advice. Im gonna try that. I don't normally work out before OBE attempts, but maybe thats the way to go.