Many people find it hard to relax and our bodies hold a lot of physical tension. With practise you can learn skills in relaxation which will help to ease feelings of tension which you can use anytime you need.
General guidelines for relaxation
Do
- consult your GP for advice before using audio for relaxation
- make sure the room is as quiet as possible
- lie or sit in a comfortable position
- practice the relaxation routine at least once a day
- try to get into the habit of practising around the same time each day
- bring your concentration back to the exercise if your mind wanders
Don't
- listen while driving or operating machinery
- continue if these exercises cause an increase in distress or worrying thoughts without consulting a health professional
Audio
The following audio pieces have been written and voiced by our Clinical Psychology team.