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Mindfulness for Anxiety and Depression Resources

Curated list of grounding techniques, books, self-help guides, and informational resources

My Mindfulness Journey

For decades, practices of mindfulness have been shown by studies to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, and increase tolerance of emotional and physical pain. Therefore, I dedicate this space to resources that reveal my own journey with mindfulness over the past 7 years. These are all resources I have used more than one time.

Meditation Music

A dedication to a past client who taught me the importance of healing music in times of hardship.

Healing Presence

by Julie True Worship

Very powerful, Reiki-infused meditation track to be played in the background of your practice.

Listen on Youtube

Trust the Process

by Malte Marten

Another powerful music background for unguided meditation that I have used many times in the past.

Listen on Youtube

Reiki Music for Emotional and Physical Healing

by NU Meditation Music

Healing background music to help you focus and concentrate on your healing.

Listen on Youtube

Recommended Books

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The Mindful Way Through Depression

by Mark Williams, John Teasdale, Zindel Segal & Jon Kabat-Zinn

A compassionate, research-based guide that teaches how to break the cycle of chronic unhappiness through mindfulness and self-awareness.

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Wherever You Go,

There You Are​

by Jon Kabat-Zinn

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A classic introduction to mindfulness, offering simple practices to bring calm, presence, and clarity into everyday life.

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No Mud, No Lotus: The Art of Transforming Suffering

by Thích Nhất Hạnh

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Thích Nhất Hạnh teaches that pain and joy grow from the same place — and that mindfulness helps us hold suffering gently so healing can unfold.

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The Wisdom of Imperfection

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by Rob Preece

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Written by a British psychotherapist and Buddhist, the book talks about the paradox of oneness and individuation in everyday life.

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Fear: Essential Wisdom for Getting Through the Storm

by Thích Nhất Hạnh

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A warm, compassionate guide to understanding fear and calming anxiety through mindfulness, breathing, and self-kindness.

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Radical

Acceptance

by Tara Brach

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A deeply human book that blends mindfulness and self-compassion to help release shame, fear, and self-judgment.

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Mindfulness Apps

Insight Timer

Guided Mindfulness Meditation App

Free meditation app offering guided meditations, music, and talks to support mindfulness, sleep, and emotional wellbeing.

Finch

Self-care Tamagotchi (Digital Pet) App

Self-care should be fun! This pet app makes acts of kindness towards yourself rewarding, lightweight, and interactive.

Powerful Guided Meditation Tracks

Learning to Surrender
 

by Sarah Blondin (8 min before sleep

A powerful, short meditation perfect for calming the mind and body right before sleep.

Watch On Youtube

Kora Mindfulness Gatha (Meditation Poem)

Guided gatha meditation

A lovely, guided meditation poem that can be used to center and ground your day.

Listen on Youtube

Energy
Cleansing Shower

by Elizabeth Winkler

Good for anytime you need to release and cleanse things that are no longer serving your higher purpose.

Listen On Insight Timer

Other Resources

Somatic Self-Care List

Curated by Johns Hopkins Office of Wellbeing

A wide range of somatic-based, grounding video resources that can be utilized to ease stress, boost energy or find a sense of calm. Practices are categorized into Full Practices or Shorts (under 5 minutes).

Aligning mind, body and meanings of life.

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Registered Psychothrapist (Qualifying), Owner of Healing Bond

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