Stress builds up, but that doesn't mean you need to let it overwhelm you and consume your day. As one friend of mine says, "Let it out, but let it go." Doing a body scan — easing up on tension in ...

Body scan meditation (BSM) involves bringing attention to sensations occurring in different parts of the body. This practice can help a person become more aware of their bodily sensations, feelings, ...

When it comes to meditation and relaxation techniques, deep breathing is a good go-to — but it’s not the only mindfulness tool at your disposal. You can also tap into the power of your imagination ...

You may have heard of guided imagery: a technique involving visualization used for various purposes related to physical and mental well-being. One interesting specific use is guided imagery for pain ...

This mindfulness technique taps the power of vivid visualization and your five senses, and may promote relaxation, increase motivation, improve mood, and more. Imagine that you’re in a place where you ...

A somatic expert shares how to do a body-scan meditation for grief in six steps, and how the practice can help you release emotional pain. While the word “loss” implies that something was taken from ...

Guided imagery is a relaxation technique that involves dwelling on a positive mental image or scene. It is a tool that psychotherapists use, but a person can also teach it to themselves and use it at ...

Guided imagery may help reduce anxiety, symptoms of depression, and perceived levels of pain. It may also help improve your sleep quality. You can try this low cost and noninvasive therapy from your ...

Over the past few months, I’ve been hearing more and more accounts of people using meditation to successfully manage their worries or distress. There’s also plenty of research support for the ...

When anxiety spikes, the nervous system can shift into fight-or-flight in seconds, but it can also be guided back toward ...

Meditation is a transformative practice that enhances both mental and physical health. By fostering mindfulness and inner ...