Summer-time Self-Care Strategies
With the weather getting nicer and the school year coming to a close, our schedules change and making appointments may be more of a challenge. To help bridge this gap, our team has compiled a list of vetted resources that can be accessed from home. These are short, user-friendly tools designed to offer comfort and assistance during challenging times.
Leaves on a Stream Exercise
This guided meditation encourages you to release negative thoughts by visualizing them as leaves floating down a stream. It’s a great way to practice letting go of stress and worries.
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
This technique involves tensing and then relaxing different muscle groups, which helps reduce physical tension and promote relaxation throughout the body.
Deep Breathing
Deep breathing exercises can help slow the heart rate and calm the nervous system. This video walks you through simple techniques to help you regain balance and inner calm.
Mindful Breathing
Focused breathing is a great tool for bringing your attention back to the present moment. This guided video helps you develop mindful breathing techniques to manage stress and anxiety.
Titration Meditation for Pain
This meditation technique helps you gently work with physical or emotional pain. It teaches you how to approach discomfort with mindfulness and compassion.
Anxiety Titration Meditation
This meditation helps reduce anxiety by gently allowing you to experience feelings of anxiety without being overwhelmed. It encourages a gradual process of acceptance and release.
Your Partner in Care
We hope you find these resources helpful. As always, we are available by phone, text or email for anything you need! Give us a call at 585-895-6191 or submit an appointment request
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