Guided exercise

Visualisation of an inner refuge

« Imagine a relative place of security while remaining anchored in the present. »
Intermediate8 minFree

Introduction

Why this resource?

Mentally build a simple space from selected sensations, then return to the markers of the room.

Some people find the visualization soothing; others prefer an object or a real place.

Instructions for use

Step by step

  1. 01

    Keep your feet in contact with the ground.

  2. 02

    Imagine a real or invented place.

  3. 03

    Add light, temperature and comfortable sounds.

  4. 04

    Stay there for a few moments.

  5. 05

    Name five elements of the room to return.

Precautions

Keeping these limits in mind

  • Stop if imaging becomes invasive or dissociating.
  • Prefer sensory anchoring in case of unaccompanied trauma.
Orabel's fatherA teaching resource does not make any diagnosis or replace care or accompaniment adapted to a personal situation.