Irvine Valley College Autogenic Training Imagery & Progressive Relaxation Discussion

This week’s discussion is going to focus on Chapter 11, Autogenic Training, Imagery, and Progressive Relaxation.

The objective is for you to understand Autogenic Training, Guided Imagery, and Progressive Muscular Relaxation.

1st Step: Read and Review Chapter 11 PowerPoint

Chapter 11 Autogenic Training, Imagery, and Progressive Relaxation (Greenberg)-1.pptx

2nd Step: Let’s Practice!

1. In slide 9 of the Chapter 11 PowerPoint, you will find the instructions and practice link to Autogenic Training.
2. In slide 13 of the Chapter 11 PowerPoint, you will find the instructions and practice link to Guided Imagery.
3. In slide 22 of the Chapter 11 PowerPoint, you will find the instructions and practice link to Progressive Muscular Relaxation.

• • The instructions link will give you information on how to prepare to practice the meditation
  • The practice link will be the actual meditation

3rd Step: Discussion

In the discussion include which type of meditation you enjoyed the most? Was it the Autogenic Training, Guided Imagery, or Progressive Muscular Relaxation? What did you enjoy? What was difficult or challenging? How did your mind and body feel after each meditation? Did you feel relaxed? Do you want to include this resource as part of your Stress Management Plan?