Guided imagery is a technique, which has been used for centuries. It is being used
in personal, professional and healthcare settings as a powerful tool for rapid
healing, stress reduction, freedom from addictions, to simply coping with life.
Relaxation is essential for imagery to be successful. Why? It allows the mind to be
open and receptive to new information. Not only does it reduce muscle tension, but
also enhances the production of images and triggers the unconscious, which
stimulates the emotions.
Guided imagery is a mind-body intervention aimed at easing stress. It promotes a
sense of peace and tranquility at a stressful or difficult time in someone's life. It is a
process of incorporating the "power of the mind" to assist the body to heal, maintain
health and vitality or relax by way of an inner communication involving all senses.
(i.e. visual, touch, smell, sight, sound). It forms a balance between the mind, body
and spirit. It has been shown that when the mind is still, it is clear and more open to
suggestions. It is then able to cooperate in positive images and suggestions that
may enhance physical and emotional healing. Therefore, imagery is most
successful when the mind and body are quiet and still. Imagery induces an "altered
state" that enables messages to travel more easily from our minds to our bodies.
The primary intention of guided imagery is to gently and safely guide the person to a
state where their mind is calm, silent and still. A common guided imagery
technique begins with a general relaxation. During the process I ask the person to
envision their special place where they feel the most relaxed, free and safe then play
appropriate music to enhance the visualization and ask the person to gently close
their eyes and focus on their breathing, relax, clear their mind of any distractions and
surround themselves with the sights, smells, feel and sounds of the special place.
Guided Imagery has had a remarkable affect on individuals heart rate, blood
pressure, respiratory rate, oxygen consumption, brain waves, body temperature,
sexual arousal and hormonal balances. Certain symptoms and illnesses seem to
be more receptive to imagery than others. Conditions caused or aggravated by
stress often respond well to imagery suggestions, (i.e., angina, blood pressure,
blood sugar, cardiac symptoms, headaches, pain, gastrointestinal disorders,
respiratory conditions, etc.).
Research has shown that guided imagery may assist in many areas including:
Reduce stress and anxiety
Lowering cholesterol and blood pressure
Decrease pain
Decrease allergy and respiratory symptoms
Enhance sleep and peace of mind
Enhance self confidence and self-esteem
Most Importaintly - Enhance Quality of Your Life!
in personal, professional and healthcare settings as a powerful tool for rapid
healing, stress reduction, freedom from addictions, to simply coping with life.
Relaxation is essential for imagery to be successful. Why? It allows the mind to be
open and receptive to new information. Not only does it reduce muscle tension, but
also enhances the production of images and triggers the unconscious, which
stimulates the emotions.
Guided imagery is a mind-body intervention aimed at easing stress. It promotes a
sense of peace and tranquility at a stressful or difficult time in someone's life. It is a
process of incorporating the "power of the mind" to assist the body to heal, maintain
health and vitality or relax by way of an inner communication involving all senses.
(i.e. visual, touch, smell, sight, sound). It forms a balance between the mind, body
and spirit. It has been shown that when the mind is still, it is clear and more open to
suggestions. It is then able to cooperate in positive images and suggestions that
may enhance physical and emotional healing. Therefore, imagery is most
successful when the mind and body are quiet and still. Imagery induces an "altered
state" that enables messages to travel more easily from our minds to our bodies.
The primary intention of guided imagery is to gently and safely guide the person to a
state where their mind is calm, silent and still. A common guided imagery
technique begins with a general relaxation. During the process I ask the person to
envision their special place where they feel the most relaxed, free and safe then play
appropriate music to enhance the visualization and ask the person to gently close
their eyes and focus on their breathing, relax, clear their mind of any distractions and
surround themselves with the sights, smells, feel and sounds of the special place.
Guided Imagery has had a remarkable affect on individuals heart rate, blood
pressure, respiratory rate, oxygen consumption, brain waves, body temperature,
sexual arousal and hormonal balances. Certain symptoms and illnesses seem to
be more receptive to imagery than others. Conditions caused or aggravated by
stress often respond well to imagery suggestions, (i.e., angina, blood pressure,
blood sugar, cardiac symptoms, headaches, pain, gastrointestinal disorders,
respiratory conditions, etc.).
Research has shown that guided imagery may assist in many areas including:
Reduce stress and anxiety
Lowering cholesterol and blood pressure
Decrease pain
Decrease allergy and respiratory symptoms
Enhance sleep and peace of mind
Enhance self confidence and self-esteem
Most Importaintly - Enhance Quality of Your Life!
Guided Imagery
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| Imagine yourself here, feel the warm, sunny breeze on your face, the warm sand between your toes, hear the gentle lap of the waves, smell the salt air, listen to the seagulls call. Take a deep breath, let go and just RELAX AND BE IN THE GLORIOUS MOMENT OF PEACE |
Natural Harmony with Lana
Reflexology, Aromatherapy, Guided Imagery
Reflexology, Aromatherapy, Guided Imagery
| Imagine yourself here, feel the cool, soft breeze on your face. Through the quiet stillness, hear the melodies of birds, the chatter of squirrels, smell the clean fragrance of pines and wild honeysuckle. Take a deep breath, let go and just RELAX AND BE IN THE GLORIOUS MOMENT OF NATURAL PEACE |
