Relaxation Response
The Relaxation Response is a physical state of deep rest, named by Dr. Herbert Benson, that changes the physical and emotional responses to stress. It can result in decreased heart rate, blood pressure, rate of breathing, and muscle tension.
This is a link to information on the Relaxation Response and how to integrate it into your life. It is also a link to the website for The Benson-Henry Institute for Body-Mind Medicine which is located at Mass General Hospital in Boston. You can access information about their services through this link and their website as well.
http://www.instituteoflifestylemedicine.org/tools_resources.php
In their section on Stress Management and Relaxation Tools (courtesy of the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital) you will find a simple tip sheet on the Relaxation Response.