Survivorship: Scan Anxiety
A variety of meditation styles to help you manage the stress and uncertainty that accompany scans and their results.
Affectionate Breathing to Calm Your Mind and Body During Scans (Beth Sandweiss)
Allow this gentle mindfulness-based breath meditation to calm and support you in preparation for scans. Throughout this mediation there will be pauses and moments of silence to help you practice. (8 minutes)
Mindful Breathing for Scan Anxiety (Malik Cadwell)
This mindfulness-based meditation is focused on reducing feelings of anxiety, worry, and uncertainty you may experience before or during a scan. (7 minutes)
Guided Body Relaxation for Scan Anxiety (Tina Paul)
Move into a deep, relaxed state with this yoga nidra-inspired guided body relaxation exercise to support you when you go in for scans. (11 minutes)
Journey to Calm: A Guided Visualization (Robin Hardbattle)
This calming guided meditation helps support and sustain you if you are feeling anxious before a scan or other procedure. (12 minutes)
Calming Mindful Breathing for Scan Anxiety (Dr. Jun J. Mao)
Combining mindful breathing with savoring, this meditation creates a space where you can manage your anxiety and uncertainty before you go in for a scan. (15 minutes)