(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.