Relaxation Story For Children

This 30 minute, guided visualization story for children is based on progressive muscle relaxation (PMR). Using playful and peaceful imagery, this story can assist you in noticing the difference between the sensation of tensed muscles and relaxed muscles, which can help with relaxation and shifting emotion. I hope the slow pace and peaceful tone have you drifting off to sleep in no time!

Written and read by Susan Guttridge, adapted from the script originally created by the Department of Clinical Psychology, Manchester Children’s Hospital (1998). Photo credit: Katrina Vorozheeva. Music credit: Liborio Conti (Just Relax, Floating, The Deep)