guided imagery

[ gahy-did im-ij-ree ]

noun

1. a relaxation technique in which words, sounds, etc., are used to evoke positive mental images, feelings, and thoughts.

Word History and Origins

Origin of guided imagery¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

Try guided imagery at home before driving.

From Los Angeles Times

Researchers used the data to evaluate the use of seven complementary health care approaches: acupuncture, chiropractic care, guided imagery, massage therapy, meditation, naturopathy and yoga.

From New York Times

It was there, in those spaces that conventional medicine could not reach, that she argued that practices such as meditation, guided imagery, self-hypnosis and music therapy, as well as acupuncture and massage, could make a meaningful difference.

From Washington Post

As long as you’re not using guided imagery—I guess we’re going to have to be careful with that.

From Slate

Stipulations requiring a parent signature were included and language banning hypnosis, guided imagery, and meditation were also included.

From Fox News