Practicing relaxation techniques regularly can be a life saver. There are a variety of techniques to try and implement. It is important to remember that what works for one person may not work for another, and that one technique may not work for all situations. Therefore, it is important to find a variety of techniques that you can utilize to help better manage your life and combat the negative effects stress can have on the body.

Links for more information about relaxation
What is Relaxation

Relaxation and Meditation Techniques

Progressive Relaxation Exercises - For a Progressive Relaxation Exercise or Combination Relaxation Exercise visit this site. You can listen on your computer or download the mp3 file onto your computer or other device. This site is maintained by the Hobart and Smith Colleges Counseling Center. 

Meditation -- Pprovides virtual relaxation experiences that range from 3 to 10 minutes for individuals seeking more serenity and calm. It includes soothing sounds, imagery, and deep-breathing techniques. This site is maintained by PGE.

Meditation, Guided Fantasy, and Other Stress Reducers -- Choose from several virtual meditation slide shows of beautiful landscapes and scenes from nature, as well as other helpful information about stress reduction. The "Breathing" section is particularly helpful. This site is maintained by Selfhelp Magazine, an online mental health web site that is maintained by a licensed psychologist.

Relaxing Background Music -- Choose from several visually relaxing scenes and several options for soothing background music. You can listen to the background music while you work on your computer. This site is maintained by e-help.com, which organizes online resources for various medical specialties.

Audio Sessions -- These relaxation exercises will help melt away stress as a soothing voice leads you through your choice of several deep breathing exercises. This site is maintained by the Counseling and Psychological Service of the University of North Carolina.

Deep Breathing Meditation -- Five deep-breathing meditations ranging from 2 to 9 minutes are available. The meditations are offered in an audio format, so sit back, close your eyes, and enjoy. The first two are most recommended and some of the offerings have a Buddhist influence. This site is independently maintained.

MP3 Relaxation -- Have a portable mp3 player? Try downloading some of these files and play them between classes to help you clear your mind. The Sleep Technique recording might be useful to people who have a hard time getting to sleep. This site is maintained by the University of Wisconsin.