In this short practice you'll raise and lower the arms - movement in time with the breath, breath in time with the movement. Rhythmic and relaxing, this practice will help to calm the nervous system, focus the mind, stretch the ribcage and promote shoulder mobility.

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Breathing and meditation practices can be really helpful if you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed or unsettled by what is happening in the world around you. In this video I read to you the words of the revered Bhuddist monk Thich Nhat Hanh which might help to bring you a little peace in the presen...

Give your hardworking hands a little attention and relaxation with this mindful meditation. After releasing any tension in your hands you'll bring your awareness to each finger in turn, before sitting in peaceful stillness for a few moments.

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Enjoy a few minutes of quiet time in this meditation which invites you to take a journey up the spine, stopping off briefly at each chakra. On reaching the crown of the head there's a visualisation on the 1000 petalled lotus flower that is the symbol for the Crown Chakra, Sanskrit name Sahasrara....

Take a few minutes to rest and become quiet amidst the busy-ness of your day. This guided Savasana takes you from head to toe, inviting you to soften and release tension, then there is some silence. I hope you enjoy it and feel your heart-rate and breathing slow down and your body become still. P...

A short meditation that promotes feelings of kindness towards oneself and others. This practice has many benefits - a sense of calm and relaxation, a quieter mind as you focus on this one thing, and acceptance and understanding of our emotions.

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A few minutes of quiet, focussed attention on your breath. A chance to reset, with some positive affirmations to help turn any negative thoughts into a kinder way to talk to yourself.

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