Holistic Health Handbook: Healing Remedies for Common Ailments by Kim Lam AADP CHHC

Author:Kim Lam AADP CHHC [Lam AADP CHHC, Kim]
Language: eng
Format: azw3, mobi, epub
Publisher: Rockridge Press
Published: 2020-06-15T16:00:00+00:00

Guided Imagery: Visualization Practice

Guided imagery visualizations are a great way to calm anxiety! It is simply a technique that helps the body enter a relaxed state. The easiest way to do this is to close your eyes and imagine the sights and sounds of a place that you find relaxing. Keep in mind that it isn’t the type of scene that’s important but rather that you use your imagination and senses to transport you to your imagined place.

Imagery can help with anxiety by allowing you to visualize and focus on positive outcomes rather than negative emotions.

1.Sit or lie down comfortably.

2.Take a deep breath from your diaphragm and count to three as you inhale. Feel your stomach rise as you breathe in.

3.Hold your breath for three seconds.

4.Slowly exhale for a count of three.

5.Repeat until you feel relaxed. (Don’t worry if you don’t get it right the first time. Deep breathing is a learned skill that requires practice.)

6.Next, visualize yourself walking along a white, sandy beach. Imagine the white sand and blue sky. Picture the clear waves crashing gently along the beach. Continue to keep your eyes closed, keeping this beautiful and serene scene in mind. Hear the sound of the waves gently rolling onto the shore. Feel the water touch your bare feet. Feel the warm sand underneath your feet and the warm rays of sunshine on your face. What are your other senses doing? Are you drinking something? What does it taste like? Use all your senses as you continue to imagine and feel yourself in this scene. Notice how calm and relaxed you feel.

7.When you are ready, open your eyes and return to your present surroundings. You should now be alert, and a calm state should have replaced any feelings of anxiety you had. The key is to hold on to this feeling of calmness and use it throughout the day.

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