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Relaxation recordings
These are progressive muscle relaxation sessions designed to help you relax your whole body and ease your mind. Relaxation works best when practised on a regular basis.
Important information!
Please read the information below before listening to these audio recordings:
- Do not listen to these recordings whilst driving or operating heavy machinery
- These recordings are not a replacement for any medical attention you may require
- Please seek medical advice if you are currently undergoing any medical treatment, taking medication or have any symptoms you are concerned about
We encourage you to find the relaxation and visualisation session that best suits you.
Audio recordings
If you are have trouble accessing any of the recordings below, check if the default audio player on your computer is the latest version. If you’re using a UWS computer on campus, then you might need to contact the IT Service Desk for help via the icon on the desktop or on (02) 9852 5111.
| Recording | Description | Approx length |
|---|---|---|
| Brief relaxation session (background music) - royalty free music by Kevin MacLeod | Guided relaxation that focuses on relaxing your whole body | 8 1/2 minutes |
| Brief relaxation session (without background music) | Guided relaxation that focuses on relaxing your whole body | 8 1/2 minutes |
| Full body relaxation session (background music) - royalty free music by Kevin MacLeod | Guided relaxation designed to fully relax your body by concentrating on the main muscle groups and using breathing exercises | 21 minutes |
| Progressive muscular relaxation session | Guides you through a set of muscular tightening and releasing exercises with the aim of relaxing your body | 15 minutes |
| Mindfulness relaxation exercise | A brief mindfulness relaxation session. Mindfulness is paying attention to what is happening for you in the here and now. It can help with concentration. | 8 minutes |
Approx = approximate
Imagery recordings
We recommend you become familiar with the above audio recordings to get the best results from these imagery recordings.
| Recording | Description | Approx length |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration visualisation session (background music)- royalty free music by Kevin MacLeod | Guided relaxation and visual imagery designed to help you take a brief moment to relax and enhance your concentration skills. | 6 1/2 minutes |
| Concentration visualisation session (without background music) | Guided relaxation and visual imagery designed to help you take a brief moment to relax and enhance your concentration skills. | 6 1/2 minutes |
| Motivation visualisation session (background music) - royalty free music by Kevin MacLeod | Guided relaxation and visual imagery designed to help you take a brief moment to relax and enhance your motivation to study. | 6 1/2 minutes |
| Motivation visualisation session (without background music) | Guided relaxation and visual imagery designed to help you take a brief moment to relax and enhance your motivation to study. | 6 1/2 minutes |
| Sleep easy relaxation session | Guides you through a set of muscular tightening and releasing exercises with the aim of relaxing your body and improving sleep. | 12 minutes |
Approx = approximate
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