Enjoy this 5 minute meditation for those who don’t like the deep breathing element of meditation. Sometimes people with a trauma history find deep breathing to increase, rather than decrease anxiety. This is where other aspects of meditation can be more calming and soothing.

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Practice the mindful technique of observing thoughts and feelings without judgment. Allow them to float past you like clouds, or leaves blowing. This can help assist you in taking a step back from thoughts and emotions and lessen their intensity and impact.

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