Introducing Finding Calm During Cancer
In the Finding Calm During Cancer podcast, join psychologist Dr Lisbeth Lane as she guides you through a series of meditation and relaxation practices.
Meditation 01 - Introduction
Dr Lisbeth Lane explains what meditation is and how it helps improve coping and quality of life.
Meditation 02 - Awareness of breathing
A general exercise that uses the breath to bring your attention to the present moment.
Meditation 03 - Leaves on a stream
A short exercise for times when you feel you just can’t stop thinking about something troubling.
Meditation 04 - Mindfulness of the breath
A longer exercise that builds on the "Awareness of breathing" exercise.
Meditation 05 - Informal exercises
This is a series of short exercises you can do anywhere.
Relaxation 01 - Introduction
Dr Lisbeth Lane explains what relaxation is and how it encourages deep breathing and restfulness.
Relaxation 02 - Abdominal breathing
A gentle practice to learn how to take slow full breaths from the abdomen.
Relaxation 03 - Body scan relaxation
An exercise to bring attention to every part of your body by mentally scanning from head to toe.
Relaxation 04 - Sleep
A practice designed to help your mind slow down to allow you to get to sleep or stay asleep.