Wellbeing podcasts from the Mental Health Foundation

Taking a break is good for your mental health and wellbeing. It's important to take some time out to relax.

Here are a range of podcasts which you can download and listen to which can help you relax and improve your sense of wellbeing.

Listen to them either on your computer or your personal MP3 player.

Some are designed to be quick fixes and some are the full works, so download the ones which fit into your lifestyle.

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Podcast	Summary	Date released	Length
Stress and Relaxation - Full Works	This podcast gives the listener stress management techniques which can help relieve pressure from daily life.	July 2008	15 minutes
Stress and Relaxation - Quick Fix	This podcast can be listened to whenever you feel tense and is a simple and great way to calm your mind and body down.	July 2008	5 minutes
Stress and the Mind - Full Works	This podcast has a series of exercises which outline how to use positive emotions and imagery to ease pressure.	July 2008	17 minutes
Stress and the Mind - Quick Fix	This podcast has some quick relaxation and breathing exercises which you can do anywhere to help clear your mind.	July 2008	7 minutes
Well Being and Sleep - Full Works	This podcast is intended to be listened to in bed and can help you relax and get ready to go to sleep.	July 2008	8 minutes
Wellbeing and Relaxation - Full Works	This podcast gives the listener a short and easy form of meditation which can be effective in relaxing and reducing stress.	July 2008	16 minutes
Wellbeing and Sleep - Quick Fix	This podcast has a number of short breathing techniques which can help relax and reduce stress before you go to bed.	July 2008	7 minutes

Please note: Do not listen whilst driving, riding or operating heavy machinery. Please stay safe.

These podcasts were launched at a series of BBC Headroom events. For more information visit the BBC Headroom website