Stress Less video workshops

As well as our workshops, there’s others activities you can do to help you relax your mind and body.

Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) exercises can help you become aware of your stress and how it affects your body.

Through the audio exercises, you can learn how to spot the early signs, and learn the skills to ease your stress.

We recommend trying the extended exercise first, and moving on to the brief exercise as you become more familiar and confident. We’ve found it can help if you play the two recordings in a quiet room away from distractions, where you can sit comfortably.

Please don’t do these exercises while driving.

You might need to practice the technique for a few weeks before you feel the benefits.

If you have a physical health issue, such as back problems, we advise you speak to your GP before you begin.

Start the Stress Less Relaxation Brief Exercise audio clip

Start the Stress Less Relaxation Extended Exercise audio clip

If you feel that you need further support, you can ask your GP to refer you to NHS Talking Therapies. We’ll offer a Wellbeing Assessment, and offer the right therapy support to suit you.

 You can also refer yourself to NHS Talking Therapies for a Wellbeing Assessment, and find self-help guides if you want to know more about managing things like depression and stress.