Health Tip: Use Focused Imagery to Relax: MedlinePlus

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Health Tip: Use Focused Imagery to Relax

Visualize peace and calm

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By Diana Kohnle

Friday, February 15, 2013

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(HealthDay News) -- Focused imagery is a relaxation exercise that can help you relax and deflect stress.
The Cleveland Clinic suggests how to practice focused imagery:

• Visualize a peaceful, relaxing image to help you tune out stress.
• Go to a quiet spot where you can relax without interruption.
• Get into a comfortable position, either sitting or lying down.
• Close your eyes and breathe deeply a few times.
• Imagine paradise in your mind, whether it's relaxing on a beach or fishing on a lake. Imagine all of the sights, sounds and smells.
• Frequently imagine this paradise, especially when you feel stressed. Perhaps play an audio tape that reminds you of your image.

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