Liberté Chan Instagram – Feeling stressed or anxious?
Practice some mental imagery!
If the ocean is soothing to you, visualize a beach like this. Imagine yourself running on the bright white sand with the warmth of the sun washing over you. Take a dip in the water to cool off and enjoy the light breeze. This can be your safe space and you can come back here any time of day…
Guided imagery is a powerful tool that can help you relax and reduce stress.
Studies show that mental imagery can lower symptoms of PTSD and anxiety, and it’s often used in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy; I’m a big fan of this type of therapy!) to change unhelpful thinking patterns.
Creating these mental experiences in your mind can evoke real emotional and physiological responses, similar to those elicited by real experiences.
On the flip side, imagining a stressful situation can raise your heart rate and induce feelings of anxiety.
I don’t know about you, but I prefer to imagine a peaceful scenario that puts me in a state of calm and balance.
A great online resource that can walk you through guided imagery:
cmbm.org ➡️ mind body resources ➡️ resource library
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#mentalhealth #guidedImagery #stressrelief #visualization #mindbodymedicine #functionalmedicinecoaching | Posted on 04/Aug/2024 19:53:45
