It's a kind of a deliberate daydream. Guided imagery, or visualization, involves mental exercises aimed at allowing the mind to influence the health of the body. The patient imagines sights, sounds, ...

Applied relaxation is a general term for mind-body exercises used to diminish generalized anxiety. Relaxation techniques include sustained deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, guided imagery ...

Spending time in nature can help allay symptoms of anxiety, a growing body of research indicates. But getting outside isn’t always practical, especially as the days grow shorter and the weather turns ...