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  Nature Based Guided Imagery reduces anxiety, increases positive pshchological health and wellbeing, enhances vitality, happiness, positive mood and self esteem. See the two research studies cited below.    This is the first of a collection of Relaxation experiences.  Come back often.   PROCEDURE: Find a comfortable quiet place (in or out of doors). Listening with headphones is recommended but not required.    A. Sit in a comfortable position with your back straight and your head at the "balancing point" requiring the least amount of muscle power. Start the video: allow your eyes to close (or watch the video and allow your eyes to close at your discretion). Follow the relaxation breathing activity, then follow the muscle relaxation activity.    B. As an alternative: listen to the sound track laying on your back in a comfortable place.      HISTORY: On testing day, I would be asked by students to "walk" them through a 5 minute guided imagery and relaxati