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Visualisation

Guided by Alex

Use your imagination to create a peaceful place in your mind and reduce stress.

How long?5–10 minutes
Best for:Reducing worry, increasing calm, building confidence.
Alex demonstrating Visualisation
Picture a calm place…
Add sounds and colours…
See yourself coping well.

Step-by-Step Guide

Follow these simple steps. You’ve got this!

1

Get comfortable

Sit or lie somewhere comfortable and let your body settle.

Alex demonstrating Visualisation step 1 Get comfortable
2

Breathe

Take a few slow, comfortable breaths.

Alex demonstrating Visualisation step 2 Breathe
3

Imagine a place

Picture somewhere you associate with calm or safety.

Alex demonstrating Visualisation step 3 Imagine a place
4

Add your senses

Imagine colours, sounds, temperature and textures.

Alex demonstrating Visualisation step 4 Add your senses
5

Finish

Picture yourself taking the next small step calmly, then return to the room.

Alex demonstrating Visualisation step 5 Finish
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