Best Guided Meditation For Anxiety And Depression (2024 Updated)

I love this book. It is a must for anyone who struggles with chronic anxiety. It covers a lot of categories of anxiety (happiness, overthinking, relationships, sex) and provides a fresh perspective. I wouldn’t say any of this information is new, but provides perspectives that are less common.

Many years ago, I bought Dr. Burns’ book, Feeling Good. I read part of it, utilizing some of the cognitive therapy techniques successfully. Recently, after becoming aware of the fact that I was suffering from depression, I dug out the book and read it cover to cover.

Working through all the easy to use examples, my depression has lifted. I purchased the workbook and plan to work through it as well. I would recommend this book to anyone who suspects that he or she is depressed.

The book helps the reader to understand the distortions in his thoughts. Once the distortions are addressed, the reader is bound to feel good. The bottom-line is once you change the way you think, you change the way you feel.

Dr. Burns also teaches the reader in the process of self talk. being kind to one self. The book also has extensive information about medications, which is helpful for patients as well as doctors.

Great book for people who want to understand Anxiety and Depression. Great book for people that want to find out solutions for mental problems.

Have always had mild anxiety but the last 12 months it has been terrible and I have experienced horrible panic attacks also. Stumbled across this book and have found it to be very informative and helpful in understanding my anxiety and how amazing the brain is in helping to combat and create new pathways to keep my anxiety under control due to understanding the why and how.

The brain is an amazing thing. I have only just discovered this fact.

I would keep this book as a handbook to constantly refer to when needed. It is informative and shows practical actions to take to help yourself. I would however consider using the information to help work in conjunction with a therapist to better understand and reinforce the pathways outlined.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book and it was the first novel I have ever read. I like the way the book was laid out and everything made complete sense to me. I guess if it was missing anything it would have been great to learn more about visual anxiety as I’ve suffered this too but it doesn’t seem to be talked about much but overall I loved it and will go over it again.

A truly life-changing book for people suffering from mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. Easy to read and understand. The book looks at real cases and describes what and how they were suffering and then what steps they were able to follow to improve their mental health.

The book was recommended to me by my psychiatrist and with a little help and guidance, I have been able to use this book practically to address the issues that I have been having problems with. There is also a reading guide to help with specific mental health problems, focussing on specific chapters in the book.

Downloadable charts and exercises are also really useful, so you don’t have to write in the book if you don’t want to. I am glad I bought this book and I can now continue to learn and refer to it as my mental health improves.

Mind Over Mood is a user friendly book/workbook to help people with depression, anxiety and OCD – or anyone who wants to improve their life. It is a very easy to read book, and the exercises are very easy but important to follow.

The book was written in such a way that keeps you involved and wanting to read further. Books like Mind Over Mood are hard to find because the language of a lot of books in this subject are sometimes difficult to follow.

I highly recommend Mind Over Mood because it really does make a positive difference in one’s life.

I have used this handbook for many clients and find it supplements the therapy well. There is good homework which can be reviewed in session. It is CBT based. The downloaded worksheets means the book can be re-used with other clients later.

A great asset.

I liked the examples of the different types of negative habits – I wouldn’t have thought I had some of these bad habits until they were explained in detail. Having those examples of bad/negative behavior helps to contrast it with the good behaviors learned throughout the course of this book.

I also appreciate the inclusion of some Buddhist philosophy/practices. As someone with anxiety, I really did find some of these suggestions helpful.

It helped me to be emotionally stable, guide me to manage my anger and many more. The book was full of wonderful and effective information. Looks like the author has a huge amount of knowledge about this particular topic.

I wanted to redefine my behavior for the greater good. I am grateful to the author Lawrence Wallace.

This book can help convince you that they are just that, tricks. Insightful book written by experts in the field. The discomfort and shame brought on by intrusive thoughts often prevents people from seeking the help they need, and alas this resource assures that we are not suffering alone.

This is a good resource if you struggle with thoughts that you know are fooling you, but just won’t go away.

Dr. Weekes describes so accurately a condition which I thought would be so subjective and unique to each individual. Her book is so relevant to this individual that I would venture to say it MAY almost be UNIVERSAL.

It is a MUST READ for anyone who has experienced TRUE ANXIETY themselves or WANTS to UNDERSTAND what the afflicted goes through. I don’t recommend experiencing the suffering first hand, but I DO MOST HIGHLY RECOMMEND reading this book in its entirety.

It is a QUICK, EASY, CONCISE but AMAZINGLY THOROUGH and ACCURATE read. DO NOT LOSE HOPE! READ THIS BOOK! Recovery can be painfully slow. This book may very well SPEED it up like a Miracle. Thanks to Claire Weekes for her amazing insight and her ability to convey her knowledge and discoveries in such a simple way that will continue to help the millions searching for answers.

I’ve recently had my first anxiety attack. And in the following month after, I was left feeling extremely anxious about my health and depressed almost at all hours of the day, with fear of no end in sight.

Then, searching all across the internet for remedies and solutions, I found this book that was recommended by someone on reddit who dealt with a similar experience. It’s amazing how simple and profound this book is.

I’m not much of a reader, like at all, but this book felt like it was written specifically for me that it made it effortless to comprehend. I’m still dealing with some anxiety but I’m in totally better shape than I was before reading this book.

What is so great about it, is it helps you understand your anxieties and the symptoms it causes, while also offering ways to deal with and accept them. So if you’re someone who has been dealing with crippling anxiety, either recently or lifelong, and have felt like nothing will you overcome it, this book is for you.

I strongly STRONGLY recommend it.

I am going to make this short and to the point. Had panic attacks since the age of 5 learned to cope with them. Then at the age of 29 derealization came into my life I struggled with that for almost a year until I found this book, I was desperate willing to try anything, so i bought it.

Started reading this book, couldn’t put it down actually. It helped so much with my derealization and panic attacks i was amazed. Within a month i was becoming my definition of normal again. It felt so good, i was so relieved.

Wasn’t sure how much longer i could hold on. It saved me. Hope this helps. Sorry that was a bit longer than expected. Have a blessed day.

A serious read and will be valuable advice for eveeffect. ryone,not just those with mental health problems. Free CD of meditations included. Its not just a read, you need to give time for the practices given.

You need to be prepared for an 8 week effort to gain best effect.

The book is great! it accompanies the Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy 8 week course of the same name. I have the good fortune of being a Mindfulness Teacher and was taught this course by Chris Cullen from Oxford Mindfulness Centre.

I originally bought this book when completing an MBSR course. However, the book was so useful and easy to follow that I didnt feel the need for the professional course – the book does it all! I have since bought the book for family members and recommended it to a work colleague (who went on to buy it).

Everyone has found it as helpful as I did – especially in these strange, difficult and uncertain times.

I bought this with some doubts but figured I had nothing to lose. I take high doses of CBD daily and it doesn’t do enough. The first day I took one pill (half a dose) in the morning and my anxiety wasn’t there all morning.

My head felt clearer, like not spinning all over the place and my heart didn’t race at all. I was more productive at work and over all just in a better mood. Plan was to take another pill after lunch or so.

That evening my BF asked if I had taken the second pill, and i realized I had not. Never thought about needing another because there was no anxiety. It has helped me so much I’ve shared “samples” with several people and it has helped them too.

It has now become part of my every day routine. I wouldn’t have been able to leave a review had my anxiety been bothering me.

I have never experienced anxiety until about 6 months ago. It slowly started creeping in in small waves and then it hit me hard. I even went to the ER one afternoon because I was wondering if I was having a heart attack – hey it can happen to 32yr olds right? That’s when the doctor told me it was anxiety.

I never truly understood what a horrible place anxiety puts you in until I experienced it and wow! I am a mommy to a two year old and randomly getting hit with this anxiety had me struggling to get through the day.

Constantly feeling like I was about to pass out from my heart and mind racing and chasing a toddler doesn’t mix well. My doctor tried offering me Xanax, I refused it. I turned to CBD oil, it somewhat worked for a few days then stopped.

Then I tried F’ing Anxiety, game changer! At first I thought, “oh maybe it’s the placebo effect” but it kept working and it’s been working constantly for over a month now. I can now get through day to day without worrying if anxiety is going to knock me on my ***.

I am so grateful to have found this supplement to get me through this time and I urge anyone struggling to give this a try before turning to meds. I can’t thank you enough for making this supplement and for helping my mind and body get back on its normal happy track.

I have PTSD and severe anxiety and I feel the effects of anxiety 24/7. (Including insomnia I’m trying the F’ing sleep tonight & will write a review on it next) I have been on many different medications since I was 10 years old.

None have worked for me unfortunately. But within 10 maybe 15 minutes after taking my first dose of F’ing anxiety I felt so much calmer! Total bummer they are sold out currently because I definitely can see myself taking these on a daily basis and feeling like a human again.

My mind is slowed down to the point I can think again and breathe without feeling like the world is crumbling down around me. I’m so F’ing glad I stumbled upon these I had very very low expectations because I’ve tried a lot of the ingredients individually in the past and they’ve all failed me.

It seems they’ve just perfected the dosage of each component and made a happy little pill that works within a matter of minutes! I’m F’ing sold on these now! I figured they would be like every other natural anxiety relief I’ve taken which leaves me feeling like a big F’ing **** and too tired to focus.

But I’m awake, alert, relaxed, and just overall F’ing chill. Try these bad boys you won’t be disappointed.

I recommend this book to anyone who is struggling with mental health problems, or as an insight for friends and family of anyone who has depression or anxiety. It is so very easy for us to get locked into a certain way of thinking about ourselves and to suffer from subsequent low self esteem adding to our anxieties.

This book helped me to understand that I wasnt a failure, rather just a bit broken and that I could help fix myself. I have to admit to being more interested in the science behind this rather than the mindfulness part.

Who knew about neuroplasticity within the brain and how we can retrain our thoughts. I am 64 years of age and been prescribed antidepressants on and off since I was 17. With the help of this book and a lot of work on my own behalf, I came of medication well over a year ago and feel much better for it.

I could not have done this without this book and not for one moment would I suggest anyone reading this review ought to attempt coming off their meds as even Ruby Wax admits she will always need medication.

What I do know is that this book has truly been the catalyst for helping me turn my life around and for understanding some of the reasons I may have been the way I was. Not an easy journey folks but well worth the pain as I am now a much more relaxed and happier human being.

I do have my odd moments still but they pass. I cannot recommend this book enough. It ought to be part of the school curriculum in my humble opinion. Good luck to anyone who reads the book and remember to take small steps at a time.

Easy to read. Soothing; comforting and reassuring- the most useful book I’ve read to help me cope with long standing low mood and anxiety (and I’ve read a lot and had therapy) this book is funny and entertaining.

It explains the workings of the mind in a way that’s easy to grasp and explains WHY mindfulness is so effective I helping deal with the inevitable trials and distress that are part of being human.

A good book which also flavours the topics with her usual wit and humour. I will definitely read again now that I have fully digested the contents. Thank you! I am now benefited with a quieter mind and one that engages and notices.

If you’re needing a little extra inspiration or motivation, Order This Book! If you’re just getting started in manifesting your goals, then order Dear Universe! I have been following Sarah for a couple of years now thru Facebook.

Her method makes sense. I knew I had to get this book so I pre-ordered it from Target. I enjoy the format and layout. The meditations are separated and organized so you can find which one to use depending upon your feelings that day.

Sarah has included a paragraph or two with each emotion to guide your focus and intention to change negative thinking into positive inspiration. I’ll be using it every day!.

I am loving this book so far. Sarah’s writing is very easy to read and her message is relatable. This is not the type of book you will read once and then keep on a shelf forever. It is something you will refer back to time and time again.

The artwork is beautiful. The book itself is nice and sturdy and will last for years to come. The pages are thick and glossy and will stand up to being packed in a carry on or beach bag, which is great for me because I do a lot of reading on the go.

Do yourself a favor and order this book – it is definitely worth the investment.

Dear Universe is one of the best books I have ever bought. I use this book to raise my vibration and attract abundance. This book offers hope, guidance, reassurance and faith when life gets tough. It also sheds light and help in manifesting your desires.

I highly recommend this book, especially to those who are struggling and need a companion and support. For those that want to strengthen their ability to manifest this is also for you.

I bought this quite some time ago, thought I didn’t need it, then bought it again now and have relished the words within. It’s not easy to read, as it is quite deep, but it is incredibly informative on how depression happens, is maintained, and how mindfulness practice can help to keep depression at bay.

In spite of aspects of the writing, this book deserves a five-star rating. If you have suffered with depression, whether mild or severe, the methods explained here are truly a way out of the darkness.

The authors explain how time-honored meditation practices can help people break the downward spiral of thought and feeling that leads to depression. They carefully describe these practices and outline an eight-week program for introducing the recommended methods.

There’s a CD included in the book which can lead people through the meditations, as well. I found the writing repetitious and somewhat dull, but the value of the material greatly outweighs these weaknesses.

Imagine successfully treating a lifelong debilitating illness, without the expense and other down sides of dependence on standard Western medical practice. This may well be within our reach.

This book has thought provoking information which explains why we behave the way we do, linking back to prehistoric times. It is clear and concise and also very comprehendable to read as sometimes I struggle to understand books that have really long intellectual words every sentence.

This is a book that everyone can learn a lot about how and why our mind states are the way they are.

This book is a must for everyone. Even if you are living the dream this book will enable you to empower others. I haven’t read all of it yet so I shouldn’t be reviewing now, but I’m very confident about how powerful the effect this book is going to have on me.

I found this book extremely helpful, puts a lot of your thinking into perspective. This book definitely makes you way more compassionate about yourself and others. I’d recommend to anyone.

I am an LMT and work on all types of patients. I do more injury work and the calm oil on my bracelet specially when the patients are supine, seems to relax them more then the oils I use in the room. I have a patient ask what that lovely scent was and I showed her the bracelet.

I have her the info to order since she is an attorney she gets stressed a lot! I also foster dogs and find if I use this or peaceful pup during introduction to me they trust faster. I put peaceful pup on my herd before I leave to meet transport and on the foster bf we leave truck.

Intros are much easier this way. If only it worked on food aggression. packaging was good and shipped fast. The bracelet is adjustable thankfully. I have a big wrist so it just made it (10) I got the chakra and rose and elephant bracelets.

The necklace was free but gold not silver so it Dosen’t look good with my extension chain ( big neck too. can you make that longer? It has all held up great and glad I bought.

The book gives examples of the lies we believe and also examples of God’s truth from the Bible. Putting these positive thoughts into practice will improve your life! I read the book and immediately gave my copy to a friend.

I then bought 3 more to share with others. I highly recommend it to get out of depression, anxiety and fear.

Do-it-yourself therapy through reading. This book is helpful for teens through adult years, helping us realize the lies we tell ourselves and believe, and re-stating our self-talk and communication to be truthful, recognizing the boundaries and responsibility that ensue.

I recommend for every body. It tells us how our thinking relates to our actions. Great book!

This is the Gold Standard book on Meditation. Don’t let the title fool you. It teaches you everything you need to know to get started with a meditation practice. We used it as a backup reference in an 8 week class I attended a year ago.

I would not have gotten as much out of the class without having this book as a reference. I do skip around chapters as it is a hard cover to cover read.

If you are interested in learning mindfulness meditation why not Learn from its Western father! Beautifully written with exercises that takes the knowledge off the page and into the real world.

This is an amazing book, written by the “godfather of modern mindfulness”. Gentle & Reflective, I can only read a paragraph or two at a time, because there is so much to absorb. He offers a new way of living in your body, living your life, training your thoughts.

it’s fantastic!.

I brought this book on audible first and because I liked it so much I had to buy the paper copy. Anyone who is interested in what the food we eat now days really does to our health this book covers it all.

I have many many times told friends and family about this book again anyone looking to gain more knowledge of food and the affects then definitely buy this book.

This is a great book for those who are not closed-minded to the fact that healthcare and the drug companies are wroking together to maximize profits at the expense of those who trust them. I have long beileved that doctrors are not necessarily in the business of curring people as much as they are concerned with maintaining patients as a source of income.

And the drug companies are not concerned with anything but getting rich, even if they have to invent diseases to do so. This book explains how to have a better quality of life and not just a better quantity; and it is all done naturally without drugs or the doctors who push them.

Gloss over the medical terms and doctor speak and just focus on the process and the results and you will get a lot out reading the book. Then put the advise into pratice and stick with it. If unsure, find a wholistic doctor who is a fundamental clinician and believes along the lines of this book and you will get it right for life with the joy of living.