Anxiety Slayer

Stress experts are telling us that by the time we get that holiday it’s almost too late, but recent research shows that we can protect ourselves and discharge stress by taking regular mini breaks for just a couple of minutes throughout the day. This podcast shares details of the research along with a mini guided break for you to use anytime you want to sit back and unwind.

Listen to the first few minutes of our Beyond the Clouds guided relaxation - the full version is available for download now in the Anxiety Slayer Store

Shann talks about giving yourself space to grow...

Don't let things build up and overwhelm you. Stop and take care!

Is it possible to benefit from meditation while being active? Gilbert Ross from SoulHiker.com shares his wisdom. How to Meditate While Being Active read by Shann Vander Leek with kind permission.

Ananga talks about all or nothing thinking and how we might give ourselves and others some space by not thinking in black and white.

Enjoy a few minutes of our Breathing Calm guided relaxation audio available for the price of a latte from the Slayer Store at AnxietySlayer.com

The third part of Shann’s Mind, Body and Soul series: nourishing your spirit.

In this podcast Ananga talks about how to use Progressive Muscle Relaxation to dissolve stress and tension. To get maximum benefit from Progressive Muscle Relaxation, take a look at our Natural Release mp3 download in the Anxiety Slayer eStore

The second part of Shann's Mind, Body and Soul series: calming your body.

This preview features a few minutes from the Restful Awareness guided meditation available in the store at anxietyslayer.com

Ananga talks about diverting your mind from negative thoughts.

The first in a 3 part series, today's podcast talks about easing your mind. For more self help anxiety tools please visit us at AnxietySlayer.com

A simple seated qigong meditation focusing on the breath along with basic hand postures to relieve anxiety. Music notes: This meditation has been recorded with a selection of real Tibetan (or singing) Bowls which produce a very soothing sound which supports meditation and relaxation. These bowls have been recorded live in order to preserve the subtle sounds of the harmonic overtones they produce. Related Resources: The Music of Tibetan Singing Bowls from Inner Calm Audio Anxiety Relief Exercises and Relaxation Audio from AnxietySlayer.com

Ayurveda and Yoga both recommend simple breathing exercises (pranayama) for peace of mind and increased immunity. In this episode Shann introduces alternate nostril breathing and shares how to do it.