Your brain is wired to respond to stress and anxiety with lightning-fast reflexes. However, prolonged exposure to these states can take a toll on your mental and physical health, leading to burnout and exhaustion.
Studies have shown that practices like stilling your mind while connected to your conscious breathing can activate the parasympathetic nervous system, eliciting the body's natural relaxation response and reducing levels of stress hormones like cortisol.
In these moments of quiet reflection, you create space for clarity, serenity, and rejuvenation – essential ingredients for a balanced and harmonious life.
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Instructions
1. Before listening to these visualisations, take 8 deep breaths in with slower exhales.
2. Connect on an emotional level and allow my voice to guide you.
3. Replay the visualisations as much as you need to help them sink in.
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I have a background in neuroscience and biochemistry from Queen Mary University, London. I have spent over 20 years specialising in focus and memory, and training humans to improve their brain efficiency.
My cognitive sciences account is @theyousufaslam
I’m the founder and trainer @wearelovebrain - an accredited international cognitive performance research and training company.
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