A concise guide to combating stress, harnessing the power of positive thought and increasing confidence and consciousness; Contains a variety of exercises to take the reader from beginner's level to a more advanced stage; Describes various techniques including: basic relaxation, focusing on the breath, body scanning for tension, visualization, focusing on an object, creating a personal sanctuary, using colour to activate chakras, affirmations and mantras; Suitable for home or workplace; Illustrated throughtout with atmospheric scenes to aid visualisation and special photography showing the postures for meditation