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Guided Meditations, from Priory, is a collection of free, expert-led audio sessions designed to help you ease anxiety, clear your mind, and reconnect with the present moment. Created by qualified therapists and psychologists at Priory, each meditation offers a simple, practical way to support your mental wellbeing — whether you’re managing everyday stress or navigating a recovery journey.
Sessions include calming visualisations, body scans, progressive muscle relaxation, breathwork, and grounding techniques — all available in two versions: one with gentle background music and one without.
Whether you have three minutes or twenty, press play to reset your mind and carry on with greater calm and clarity.
Sessions include calming visualisations, body scans, progressive muscle relaxation, breathwork, and grounding techniques — all available in two versions: one with gentle background music and one without.
Whether you have three minutes or twenty, press play to reset your mind and carry on with greater calm and clarity.
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![Centring Breathing Meditation: A Guided Breathing Exercise [WITH MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/83/61/1d/0f436c8f7c0c236366b7092e30a4cc35d8_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Centring Breathing Meditation: A Guided Breathing Exercise [WITH MUSIC/SFX]")
Find calm and focus with Centring Breathing, a short guided meditation designed to help you steady your thoughts and reconnect with the present moment.Narrated by Priory Psychologist April Kerslake, this practice gently guides you through mindful breathing while soothing background music supports your relaxation.This meditation can help you:Ease anxious or racing thoughtsReduce feelings of stress and tensionImprove focus and clarityCreate a moment of calm in your dayPerfect for when you need to pause, reset, and breathe.
![Centring Breathing Meditation: A Guided Breathing Exercise [NO MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/c1/e5/9e/38040a87f34a118ba8aac43b7ed096c611_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Centring Breathing Meditation: A Guided Breathing Exercise [NO MUSIC/SFX]")
Take a mindful pause with Centring Breathing, a simple guided meditation that brings focus and clarity through breathwork.Narrated by Priory Psychologist April Kerslake, this session is delivered without background music or sound effects — just clear, focused guidance.This meditation can help you:Calm the mind and body through breathingManage anxiety and overwhelmFeel more grounded and presentBuild a practical tool for everyday wellbeingIdeal if you prefer a quiet, distraction-free meditation experience.
![Loving Kindness Meditation for Compassion and Self-Love [WITH MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/da/4a/43/9a6c446676c942e14888c03fdf6e927e02_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Loving Kindness Meditation for Compassion and Self-Love [WITH MUSIC/SFX]")
In this calming guided meditation, psychologist April Kerslake leads you through a loving kindness practice to help you nurture compassion — for yourself and for others.Whether you’re feeling stressed, disconnected, or simply want to reconnect with a sense of warmth and empathy, this meditation offers a gentle space to pause and breathe.You’ll be guided step by step to:🧘♀️ Focus your attention with kindness🎧 Tune into calming, supportive narration💞 Offer and receive compassion🌍 Create connection — even in moments of struggleLoving kindness meditation has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety, improve emotional resilience, and increase feelings of happiness and self-worth.🎙 Narrated by April Kerslake, Psychologist at Priory Hospital Hayes Grove⏱ Approx. 10 minutesIf you found this helpful, follow the podcast for more guided meditations, mindfulness exercises, and expert insights into mental wellbeing.
![Loving Kindness Meditation for Compassion and Self-Love [NO MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/37/a8/bf/ae699b2a8fbef181e579265223788154f7_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Loving Kindness Meditation for Compassion and Self-Love [NO MUSIC/SFX]")
This gentle, music-free version of our loving kindness meditation is ideal if you prefer a quiet, distraction-free experience.Guided by psychologist April Kerslake, this 10-minute meditation helps you cultivate compassion, empathy, and emotional calm — starting with yourself and gradually extending outward to others.You’ll be guided to:🧘♀️ Focus on your breath and intention💞 Send kindness to yourself and others🌱 Create a sense of connection and calmLoving kindness meditation has been shown to reduce anxiety, ease stress, and support emotional wellbeing.🎙 Narrated by April Kerslake, Psychologist at Priory Hospital Hayes Grove⏱ Approx. 10 minutesIf you enjoyed this episode, follow the podcast for more meditations, self-care tools, and expert mental health support.
![The Breathing Space - A 5 Minute Mini Meditation [WITH MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/98/0d/c7/c8187607d80fab1603a614e4d38354aca6_scaled_v1_400.jpg "The Breathing Space - A 5 Minute Mini Meditation [WITH MUSIC/SFX]")
Need a moment to pause and reset? This short Breathing Space meditation guides you through a simple 3-step mindfulness practice to help you feel calmer, more grounded, and more present.Narrated by Priory Psychologist April Kerslake, this mini meditation takes you through three gentle stages:Breath – Focus your attention on your breathing to anchor yourself in the momentBody – Bring awareness to physical sensations and release any tensionSurroundings – Expand your focus outward to calmly reconnect with your environmentPerfect for moments of stress, overwhelm or emotional fatigue, the Breathing Space offers a simple yet powerful tool for improving mental clarity and supporting everyday wellbeing.🔹 Duration: Approx. 5 minutes🔹 Narrated by: April Kerslake, Psychologist at Priory🔹 Practice focus: Mindfulness, grounding, stress relief
![The Breathing Space - A 5 Minute Mini Meditation [NO MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/a5/b1/bd/9c581818529eeea34409e04c8e6dd41705_scaled_v1_400.jpg "The Breathing Space - A 5 Minute Mini Meditation [NO MUSIC/SFX]")
Need a moment to pause and reset? This short Breathing Space meditation guides you through a simple 3-step mindfulness practice to help you feel calmer, more grounded, and more present.Narrated by Priory Psychologist April Kerslake, this mini meditation takes you through three gentle stages:Breath – Focus your attention on your breathing to anchor yourself in the momentBody – Bring awareness to physical sensations and release any tensionSurroundings – Expand your focus outward to calmly reconnect with your environmentPerfect for moments of stress, overwhelm or emotional fatigue, the Breathing Space offers a simple yet powerful tool for improving mental clarity and supporting everyday wellbeing.🔹 Duration: Approx. 5 minutes🔹 Narrated by: April Kerslake, Psychologist at Priory🔹 Practice focus: Mindfulness, grounding, stress relief
![The Light - Mindfulness Morning Meditation for Positive Energy [WITH MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/ec/42/86/ee7107f00757fe453a64310aafd7b972a8_scaled_v1_400.jpg "The Light - Mindfulness Morning Meditation for Positive Energy [WITH MUSIC/SFX]")
This guided meditation brings energy, positivity, and focus to your day. Named The Light, this meditation is perfect for use first thing in the morning, setting your day up by injecting spirit, motivation, and vitality.Guided by therapist Adele Burdon-Bailey from the Priory Wellbeing Centre Manchester, use this re-energising meditation to help cope with feelings of anxiety and negative thoughts that cloud your morning routine.
![The Light - Mindfulness Morning Meditation for Positive Energy [NO MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/cc/87/2b/2ac09a7299308cd24611cd1c039b7d9a38_scaled_v1_400.jpg "The Light - Mindfulness Morning Meditation for Positive Energy [NO MUSIC/SFX]")
Start your day with renewed energy, clarity, and focus through The Light — a guided meditation designed to lift your mood and inspire a positive mindset from the moment you wake.Perfect for your morning routine, this uplifting session helps boost motivation and vitality, setting the tone for a more balanced day ahead.Led by therapist Adele Burdon-Bailey from Priory Wellbeing Centre Manchester, this meditation also offers gentle support for managing anxious thoughts and easing emotional heaviness that can surface at the start of the day.
![The Nature Reserve - Safe Place Meditation for PTSD and Trauma [WITH MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/e5/f6/a5/15fd808cbde0d4b32a9de1df7c9c83c497_scaled_v1_400.jpg "The Nature Reserve - Safe Place Meditation for PTSD and Trauma [WITH MUSIC/SFX]")
Use this safe place guided meditation to overcome triggering moments and overwhelming feelings and bring peace to your day.Guided by therapist Adele Burdon-Bailey from the Priory Wellbeing Centre Manchester, this safe place meditation is great for people with PTSD or trauma as they try to deal with triggering thoughts. It can also be great for times when you feel overcome with anxiety or intrusive thoughts.You can use Adele's nature reserve as your safe place, or use this practice as a guide to create your own.
![The Nature Reserve - Safe Place Meditation for PTSD and Trauma [NO MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/d7/3d/10/1c906742c6b9522c51da2ca03730fa999b_scaled_v1_400.jpg "The Nature Reserve - Safe Place Meditation for PTSD and Trauma [NO MUSIC/SFX]")
Find calm in difficult moments with this Safe Place guided meditation, designed to help you manage triggers and overwhelming emotions throughout your day.Led by Adele Burdon-Bailey, a therapist at Priory Wellbeing Centre Manchester, this meditation is particularly helpful for those living with PTSD or trauma, offering gentle support during episodes of anxiety or intrusive thoughts.You’re invited to visualise Adele’s peaceful nature reserve as your safe place — or use this meditation as inspiration to create one of your own.
![10 Minute Body Scan Meditation [WITH MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/cc/fb/a7/f10cf68a3255c657310207f5b15b2ccb28_scaled_v1_400.jpg "10 Minute Body Scan Meditation [WITH MUSIC/SFX]")
Slow down, tune in, and reconnect with yourself through this calming body scan meditation, read by expert Psychotherapist Adele Burdon-Bailey.A body scan is a mindfulness-based practice that gently guides your attention through different areas of the body — helping you notice physical sensations, release tension, and bring your awareness into the present moment.This particular meditation is ideal for supporting both physical and emotional relief. Whether you’re managing pain, easing anxiety, or simply looking to feel more grounded, the body scan offers a simple yet powerful way to improve your overall sense of wellbeing.
![10 Minute Body Scan Meditation [NO MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/3e/db/ce/7898d3390b682d85b0d51f50c7a88c042d_scaled_v1_400.jpg "10 Minute Body Scan Meditation [NO MUSIC/SFX]")
Be present and relax with this calming body scan meditation, read by expert Psychotherapist Adele Burdon-Bailey.This guided practice gently leads you through each part of your body, helping you to notice physical sensations without judgement. Body scan meditations are a simple yet effective way to reconnect with yourself, ease tension, and support both physical and emotional healing.Whether you're managing pain, feeling overwhelmed, or simply need a moment to unwind, this meditation can help reduce stress, calm anxiety, and improve your overall sense of wellbeing.
![Progressive Muscle Relaxation - A Guided Meditation for Sleep [WITH MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/81/30/a2/5fe8dfd1683c4714c601d6371a3e375bcd_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Progressive Muscle Relaxation - A Guided Meditation for Sleep [WITH MUSIC/SFX]")
1Bring relaxation to bedtime with this soothing guided meditation for sleep. Prepare yourself for a sound, deep sleep using progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) techniques, a key part of anyone's mental wellbeing toolkit.Written and narrated by Priory Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) Psychotherapist Adele Burdon-Bailey, this 16-minute guided meditation will melt away stress and anxiety at nighttime, helping you to drift off into a sound sleep. Disconnect from the world around you with this guided progressive muscle relaxation meditation for sleep and anxiety.
![Progressive Muscle Relaxation - A Guided Meditation for Sleep [NO MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/45/e9/58/7dde5f85690b11a28fb9e90b49afb3d41a_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Progressive Muscle Relaxation - A Guided Meditation for Sleep [NO MUSIC/SFX]")
Ease into rest with this calming guided meditation, designed to support a peaceful night’s sleep. Using progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) techniques, it helps you unwind both body and mind — an essential practice for maintaining mental wellbeing.Written and narrated by Priory Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) Psychotherapist Adele Burdon-Bailey, this 16-minute session gently reduces stress and anxiety, guiding you towards deep, restorative sleep.Step away from the noise of the day with this soothing PMR-based meditation for sleep and relaxation.
![The Healing Waterfall - 10 Minute Guided Meditation for Relaxation [WITH MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/90/60/24/d6fb1d8b73b58c79b01bfa4ba39349780d_scaled_v1_400.jpg "The Healing Waterfall - 10 Minute Guided Meditation for Relaxation [WITH MUSIC/SFX]")
Sit back, take a breath, and escape from the outside world with 10 minute guided meditation designed for healing and relaxation. Named The Healing Waterfall, this restorative meditation is designed to help you heal your body and mind, helping you to relieve tension, release any imbalance and feel completely cleansed and renewed.Written and narrated by Priory Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) Psychotherapist Adele Burdon-Bailey, join Priory experts in meditation and give your wellbeing the boost that it deserves.
![The Healing Waterfall - 10 Minute Guided Meditation for Relaxation [NO MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/80/88/43/ee0e563294ffd5746c76c4fcf017f07ad5_scaled_v1_400.jpg "The Healing Waterfall - 10 Minute Guided Meditation for Relaxation [NO MUSIC/SFX]")
Take a moment to pause, breathe, and step away from the demands of daily life with this 10-minute guided meditation for healing and relaxation. The Healing Waterfall is a restorative session designed to support both body and mind — helping you release tension, restore balance, and feel refreshed and renewed.Written and narrated by Priory Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) Psychotherapist Adele Burdon-Bailey, this meditation offers expert-led support to help enhance your wellbeing.
![The Surfer - A Guided Meditation for Stress Relief [WITH MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/d9/82/7e/5af3d742d83917ce8a139ac92de31df486_scaled_v1_400.jpg "The Surfer - A Guided Meditation for Stress Relief [WITH MUSIC/SFX]")
Feeling overwhelmed? The Surfing Meditation is designed to help you let go of stress, ease anxiety, and find a sense of calm and clarity.This 8-minute guided session, written and narrated by Priory Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) Psychotherapist Adele Burdon-Bailey, offers a moment to reset your mind and restore balance.Take a break from the noise of everyday life — and allow yourself to unwind with The Surfing Meditation - complete with accompanying background sound effects of the sea.
![The Surfer - A Guided Meditation for Stress Relief [NO MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/b9/4a/21/ec9cbaa70785e9c61ea0200965cb1f46f6_scaled_v1_400.jpg "The Surfer - A Guided Meditation for Stress Relief [NO MUSIC/SFX]")
Feeling stressed? The Surfing Meditation is specifically designed to help you relieve stress, be free from anxiety, relax, and regroup your mind.Written and narrated by Priory Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) Psychotherapist Adele Burdon-Bailey, this 8-minute guided meditation is designed to aid in stress relief. Take a breath from the stresses of the outside world and get rid of stress with The Surfing Meditation.
![The Secret Garden - A Guided Meditation for Depression [WITH MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/23/f2/37/7be3a1a6788066f65a93efa59d967cfad6_scaled_v1_400.jpg "The Secret Garden - A Guided Meditation for Depression [WITH MUSIC/SFX]")
Take a moment to look after yourself in this guided meditation called The Secret Garden - specifically designed for those with struggles with depression, low self-esteem, stress and anxiety.Written and narrated by Priory Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) Psychotherapist Adele Burdon-Bailey, this 10-minute guided meditation allows you to step away from reality and relax. This meditation is designed to help people relieve symptoms of depression and issues with self-esteem. It can also help reduce stress and anxiety, boosting your wellbeing.
![The Secret Garden - A Guided Meditation for Depression [NO MUSIC/SFX]](https://s3.castbox.fm/30/86/08/042bc8a8ad0d512e0e569ee16c141db3c7_scaled_v1_400.jpg "The Secret Garden - A Guided Meditation for Depression [NO MUSIC/SFX]")
Take a moment to look after yourself in this guided meditation called The Secret Garden - specifically designed for those with struggles with depression, low self-esteem, stress and anxiety.Written and narrated by Priory Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) Psychotherapist Adele Burdon-Bailey, this 10-minute guided meditation allows you to step away from reality and relax. This meditation is designed to help people relieve symptoms of depression and issues with self-esteem. It can also help reduce stress and anxiety, boosting your well-being.
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