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Background Information, How-Tos and the basics (Nickie's Nook list)

These are some basic resources on meditation, imagery and the premises behind them. They are generally not specific to any condition, but will give you some basics on how to get started. Remember, too, that resources in other parts of this list will also contain basic information you may want to use to get started.

• Relaxation techniques: Learn ways to calm your stress
  This resource from the mayo clinic describes benefits of relaxation and some basic information on how to engage in relaxation techniques.
  
• Yoga: Improve your stress management and relaxation skills
  This article explains what yoga is and how to get started. It's also from the Mayo Clinic.
  
• Meditation: Take a stress-reduction break wherever you are
  These are some basics on meditation from the Mayo Clinic. Benefits for specific medical issues are discussed, as well as how to incorporate meditation into your lifestyle.
  
  
• Holistic Online: Guided Imagery
  A large amount of information on the basic types of guided imagery. A good overview.
  
• CNN's Five Ways to Calm the Jitters
  This covers some ways to manage anxiety.
  
• World Wide On Line Meditation Center
  Okay, so I could've listed this under the mp3 purchasing section, but honestly, I found this link while preparing this section (gotta love not catching all the tabs in Firefox). Butt it actually does fit here. There are tons of information on various types of meditation and relaxation techniques. It's organized by "rooms", so it's very much like a school, where you go into a room based on what you want to learn about.
  
• Lovingkindness for our Unknown Neighbors
  A cool meditation idea that could affect others, too..
  
• Top Ten Count-Down
  from the
  How to Cope with Pain Blog
  I put this here because it shows that relaxation doesn't have to mean just sitting with your eyes closed, and you don't need chronic pain to do any of thes. Well, in my opinion, I don't need chronic pain, period, but that's a different post all together.
  
• Mind Guide to Relaxation
  This looks helpful, and it's pretty in depth.
  
• A Walk on the Beach
  Susan Palwick describes how she helped a patient in the ER relax. The walk on the beach is always a popular relaxation choice, but this story shows why that is. And it shows that you truly can use relaxation in healing ways, even in the most trying of circumstances.
  
• Meditation Techniques for the Busy or Impatient
  We're all busy lately, and I know I'm sure impatient. Here are some tips on how to fit meditation in.
  
• Three doors to Instant Relaxation
  These are what are sometimes referred to as mindfulness techniques. They seem so simple, and yet that's exactly why they work.
  
• Meditation Swiftly Cuts Stress
  Need proof meditation is good for you, make a clicky with the mouse and read the article.
  Seven Easy Ways to Destress
  Another great How to Cope with Pain post. This one, also, applies to anyone and everyone.
  
• Seven Ways to Catch Your Breath
  These ideas are so important when dealing with a stressful situation. Relaxation is important, and it extends to handling stressful situations. Here's what to do when you don't know what to do.
  
• Bending, Posing and Teaching Beyond the Mat
  The social work student in me loves this article, which talks about using yoga. It describes the way yoga teachers are reaching out to those who can't pay for their services.
• Enhanced Healing: Relaxation music, positive affirmations and online counseling for reducing stress and anxiety, promoting health, wellness and healing and improving self-esteem.

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