It may seem counterintuitive in our busy world that taking time to relax will help us to be productive. The truth is that when we practise active relaxation - whether we do it in a hammock or not - we are changing our neural pathways and creating a calmer mind. That's why mindfulness expert Marga Odahowski proclaims, 'Hammocking is a verb.'In this book, Marga draws on design methods, including visualization, to provide busy people with practical ways to cultivate calm and enhance creativity. Designers know that a playful attitude and joyful mind-set are essential for insight and innovation - and why should they have all the fun? Supported by engaging stories, Marga emphasizes the value of relaxation, mindful living and positivity in strengthening decision-making and achieving greater peace and wellbeing. With her simple, straightforward techniques, you will learn to:-Change your relationship to stress-Make confident decisions with one easy practice-Shift your mind-set to support your goalsThis book will become your own well-worn tool for transformation from 'crazy busy' to calm and creative!