Are you tired of the endless loop of overthinking and racing thoughts? In this powerful 10 minute guided meditation, we provide instant anxiety relief by teaching you the core technique of letting go of thoughts that do not serve you.This is more than just relaxation; it's a practical mindfulness practice designed to calm an anxious mind and establish a feeling of control and balance. It's ideal for beginners or seasoned meditators looking for a quick morning meditation to set a positive intention, or a stress relief session before bed.What you will experience in this session:

• Deep Belly Breathing: A simple but effective technique to immediately soothe your nervous system and achieve total body relaxation.
• The Flowing Stream Metaphor: Learn to view thoughts like water trickling down a stream, observing them without judgment or getting "sucked into the content of our thoughts".
• Emotional De-escalation: Practice non-attachment to worries, helping you de-escalate your emotional response to external stressors and release negative anchors.

This session will leave you feeling calm, centered, and refreshed with a new way of thinking and reacting.

• [00:00:15] Setting a Relaxed yet Alert Posture
• [00:00:43] Three Slow, Deep Belly Breaths for Instant Calm
• [00:01:29] Anchoring to the Natural Rhythm of the Breath
• [00:03:00] Noticing Racing Thoughts and Worries
• [00:07:00] The Letting Go Metaphor: Viewing Thoughts like Clouds
• [00:10:00] Setting the Intention to Practice Emotional De-escalation
• [00:11:30] Session Conclusion & Final Affirmation
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Backing Music: Chris Collins

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Ready for More Calm?Thank you for listening to the Calming Anxiety Podcast, featuring guided meditation, mindfulness, and sleep hypnosis sessions with Martin Hewlett. Our mission is to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief, stress reduction, and a path toward deep relaxation. Use this episode anytime you need to calm your mind and feel more at ease.