Visualization is a powerful and practical tool that works on several levels. By creating your own daydream in your mind’s eye, you begin to set your intention for what you desire. It also puts your mind and body in sync, allowing you to approach situations that generate nervousness with an overriding sense of relaxation. Every time you visualize, it’s as though you are doing it in reality. It’s like a real practice for the event. Athletes have been using this tool for many years to assist them in their training.

Try these simple relaxation exercises every day or as often as possible in the days leading up to any event, including