Imagination can cause or increase anxiety—the feeling of worry, unease, or nervousness in anticipation of future events. Fortunately, it can also be utilized in calming negative thought patterns and reclaiming inner peace. Read more:
A study spearheaded by Marianne Cumella Reddan and her colleagues from the University of Colorado Boulder Department of Psychology and Neuroscience discovered that deliberate imagination is equally effective as reality to stimulate, regulate and inhibit the brain.
On the other hand, Integrative and Holistic Medicine physician Chris Gilbert, M.D., Ph.D., who specializes in the combination of Western and Eastern Medicine and is known for treating chronic illnesses, anxiety, and depression through pioneering methods, has noted down creative techniques that can be used by both adults and children in lowering their anxieties.
Together, the Benilde Well-Being Center of the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, through the observations of Reddan and finding Dr. Gilbert, have collectively provided reminders and released guidelines on how to use the imagination for a healthier and happier life:Imagine a balloon inside your abdomen a couple of inches below your belly button. Breathe in slowly to the count of three, the balloon expands. Breathe out slowly and the balloon deflates.
What is that dance or movement that relaxes you? Imagine and explore the different motions and experience which one works best to decrease your anxiety.Play the protective song or tempo that you love. Use your voice or any accessible musical instrument to explore the different rhythms.Draw that beautiful place you would love to be in. Include the imaginary person or fantastic animals and wizards who wish to protect you. Paint it with the colors that you love.
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