Guided Meditation

Sandi Anders, MDiv, RYT, CSC offers the following useful overview of Guided Meditation (Guided Imagery), answering frequently asked questions about this technique.

What is guided meditation?

Guided meditation is a program of directed thoughts and suggestions that guide your imagination toward a relaxed, focused state. You can use an instructor, scripts or recorded audio to help you through this process.



What is guided meditation used for?

Guided meditation has many uses. You can use it to promote relaxation, which can lower blood pressure and reduce other problems related to stress. You can also use it to help reach goals (such as losing weight or quitting smoking), manage pain, and promote healing. Using guided meditation can even help you to prepare for an athletic event or for public speaking.

Is guided meditation safe?

Guided meditation is safe-no known risks are associated with it. Guided meditation is most effective when the person teaching it has training in guided meditation techniques.

Benefits of Guided Meditation

The advantages of guided meditation are many!

1. You can use a guided meditation CD anytime you wish!.

With Alchemy, you have your own personal guide to encourage you on your journey to greater tranquility and calm.

2. Guided meditation often makes the journey into stillness through meditation easier and more attainable.

With guided meditation, you have a soothing voice coming to you via audio, and this provides wonderful support to help you focus your mind throughout your meditation. The soothing, welcoming images also invite you to engage with your imagination and feel the tension releasing from your mind and body.

3. Guided meditation is user-friendly and uncomplicated.

Beginners frequently find guided meditation to be advantageous. It is easy to use and helps you slip more easily into a calm, quiet state where you can find the delight in being more relaxed and peaceful.