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StressAudio · 5 min
Introduction to Meditation (Long Version)
Dr. Rachel Millstein discusses the nature of stress and worry and the benefits of a present-moment focus using mindfulness and meditation.
StressAudio · 2 min
An Introduction to Meditation
A brief introduction to meditation: Dr. Rachel Millstein explains the basics of meditation and relaxation.
StressAudio · 10 min
Body Scan (Short Version)
Rana Chudnofsky, MEd, guides you through a 10-minute body scan, focusing on the state of your relaxation one part of the body at a time.
StressAudio · 24 min
Body Scan (Long Version)
Luiza Welton, LICSW, guides you through a 24-minute body scan to help you relax by focusing on one part of the body at a time.
StressAudio · 8 min
Breath Awareness
Matt Snyder, LICSW, leads a good introductory mindfulness practice, simply bringing awareness to your breath.
StressAudio · 10 min
Meditación de Respiración (Breath Meditation) — Spanish
Una meditación enfocada en su respiración, en español, guiada por el veterano del Cuerpo de Marines Jaime Fernandez, CSCS. Corta y excelente para aclarar la mente.
StressAudio · 8 min
The Garden — Guided Visualization
A garden guided visualization led by Army Veteran Robert Donovan, LCSW, adapted from the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine at MGH.
StressAudio · 5 min
Just This
A mini relaxation exercise led by Betsy Hart that uses your breath and two simple words — 'just this' — to help you focus on the present moment.
StressAudio · 11 min
Loving Kindness — with Jacque Francona
A loving kindness meditation designed to curb self-criticism and increase compassion and empathy for yourself and others, led by Jacque Francona.
StressAudio · 8 min
Loving Kindness — with Matt Snyder
A meditation to help you channel extra compassion for yourself and others, led by Matt Snyder, LICSW.
StressAudio · 8 min
The Meadow — Guided Visualization
A guided visualization of a meadow and forest with a contemplative component, led by Clare Stupinski, LICSW.
StressAudio · 5 min
Mindful Breathing
Dr. Rachel Millstein leads a mindful breathing exercise to help you focus on the sensations of your breath.
StressAudio · 5 min
Mini Body Scan
Rana Chudnofsky guides a complete mini scan of your mind and body, bringing attention to what is tense and learning to relax in the moment.
StressAudio · 5 min
Mini Single Pointed Focus
Rana Chudnofsky helps you focus on what is most important for you in this moment.
StressAudio · 5 min
Mini Special Place — Guided Visualization
Rana Chudnofsky guides you to a very special place — a place you know well and go to easily to relax.
StressAudio · 3 min
Mini Square Breathing
Betsy Hart guides a mini breathing exercise that uses the image of a square to help control your breath and increase focus.
These guided audio resources are shared courtesy of Home Base Nation and the Home Base Program, in collaboration with the Benson-Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine at Mass General Hospital.