Health Tip: Practicing Guided Imagery

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Guided imagery is a relaxation technique that relies on using the imagination to help relieve stress and improve symptoms of nausea, anxiety and fatigue.

The University of Michigan Health System offers this advice:

• Set aside at least 15 minutes to practice in a quiet, cool and comfortable place where you won’t be disturbed. Let others know that you need some uninterrupted time.
• Don’t practice while driving.
• Turn off your phone and eliminate other distractions.
• If odd thoughts come into your mind as you practice guided imagery, let them pass and don’t dwell on trying to figure them out.
• Consider the practice successful if you feel better after you’ve completed the exercise.

Source: HealthDay

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