Guided Meditation for Anxiety | The Hourglass

Relieve anxiety with this guided meditation called The Hourglass.
Written and narrated by Priory Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) Psychotherapist Adele Burdon-Bailey, this 8-minute guided meditation allows you to take a breath from the anxieties of the outside world and look after your wellbeing.
This meditation is designed to help people relieve symptoms of anxiety. For anyone struggling with their mental health, the Hourglass is the perfect way to unwind.
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00:00 Intro
00:09 Preparation
01:30 Meditation begins
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Looking after your mental health should be high on everyone's priority list. At Priory, we strive to help everyone take control of their mental health, building a brighter future for themselves and those around them. For more insight, explainers and, advice on managing your mental health, head to the Priory blog: www.priorygroup.com/blog
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This video is designed to be informational, but its content is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you or a loved one are experiencing difficulties with your mental health, please contact a medical professional or a licensed mental health provider for tailored advice for you.
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[@katherinehilliard9840]

Would love some sleep meditations. ❤️

[@NellieKAdaba]

Thank you.

[@Mersthamgal1]

Excellent, thank you ❤

[@MFVuong]

Thank you for providing this relief. This is saving me from a massively rough week. This will be my beacon of light during the dark hours

[@janellemccumber6805]

my daughters derelization has been affecting her lately, she has ptsd from a past episode she had and she has been struggling very badly, she’s 13 years old. I’ve been pushing her to try to be stronger for herself and giving her all of the support she needs, and I’ve realized meditation has helped her so much. It completely masks her anxiety, and she’s able to feel at ease even if It’s for 5 minutes, I’m so grateful to have people like us in the comments to know that we are not alone. I pray my daughter will realize she isn’t either, and that this anxiety is curable.

[@aurorazworld465]

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[@IAMSEYMOURMUSIC]

I wish you and your daughter all the best of luck. Wishing her a succesful recovery

[@kayleenschaeffer1401]

Sending good energy to your daughter and you ❤

[@larajensen1821]

I understand completely I struggle with anxiety along with derealization she’s never alone 💗💗

[@instant_mint]

Sounds like she is doing a good job and has great support from you. If you haven't heard of it already, I just wanna mention MCT (metacognitive therapy) might be beneficial. It can help with anxiety/ptsd/depression/panic etc. It aims to help the person decrease worry and ruminative thinking to decrease anxiety and apprehension overall. There is a british webpage that lists all therapists in different countries that are certified in MCT. I found one for myself in my country. Just an idea. Regardless, wish you and your daughter all the best

[@BaronRodney]

The fact that you have a clock in the background aduibly ticking is brilliant. I dont know if it was on purpose or not but it gives the person listening something real to focus on while you're talking, in case we cant hear anything where we are.

[@MG-mj9oy]

Anxiety is like a weight on your shoulder and never goes away never stops being heavy but with meditation and patience anything can happen I've learned to accept my feelings me fears and let go and find some sort of of peace within myself and meditation and mindfulness has had a huge part in helping with that. I wish anyone reading this to have some peace and love and tranquility bestowed upon you and just know that you are okay and everything is gonna be okay and god loves you and so do I

[@Debadido120]

thank you. means a lot

[@mariascott543]

❤😊

[@rachelazor6173]

Thank you ❤! You as well

[@laurentrusselltv]

Needed this ❤

[@gordon.5556]

Thank you. ❤

[@vernicephillip4882]

I love how you keep repeating: when thoughts come, and they will...

[@Victory63219]

I have struggled with mental illness and my mental health since I was a kid. Before I even knew what those terms were. After years of depression, anxiety, and even an attempt to take my life, I never thought I would be able to live without psych medications. I clung to them because it was the only thing that made my mind quiet, but it also made me a zombie. Microdosing has given me control of my mental health for the first time, and they essentially gave me my life back.

[@annemoore4461]

I’ve been researching on psychedelics and it’s benefits to individuals dealing with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD and from my findings, they really work and I’ve been eager to get some for a while but its been difficult to get my hands on them.

[@ohmakure4716]

The Trips I've been having really helped me a lot. I’m now able to meditate and I finally feel in control of my emotions and my future and things that used to be mundane to me now seem incredible and full of nuance on top of that I'm way less driven by my ego and I have alot more empathy as well

[@ellaaysun6181]

I was having this constant, unbearable anxiety due to work stress. Not until I came across a very intelligent mycologist. He saved my life honestly

[@ellaaysun6181]

His name is *DR Adolf Petter*

[@ryancihet555]

@ohmakure4716 I feel the same way too. I put too much on my plate and it definitely affects my stress and anxiety levels. I am also glad to be a part of this community.

[@secret_sleepscapes]

This meditation was exactly what I needed. Feeling lighter.

[@midge007]

Thank you for this. I’ve been struggling with my health anxiety and once I finished this I cried for a moment because I felt relief finally. Thank you very much.

[@haimi5766]

I've been dealing with severe anxiety and depression for the past few weeks, thank u so much it calmed me down, feeling a new enthusiasm , Thank u so much

[@roy-pulasta]

My friend, she sent me this video link . After hearing and realising that I'm also going through with random sadness. I've never meditated before seriously.nither have any idea about meditation. I'm feeling great to realise that my friend,she cares about me. And I'll start meditating from now on✨

[@belieber3502]

If any of u want help to overcome anxiety I have been using crystals for sleep I use kunzite and chariot under my pillow as well as meditation and praying I also use fire quartz for anxiety and a few others to get rid of negative energy they really help

[@Shahabanwarghegapti]

Right

[@lifeisfundisney6029]

Same

[@moose1442]

My Mom has been causing a lot of anxiety for my wife and I. Stomach feels knotted, it feels like there's a beehive in my chest causing me to think and feel at 100mph. This is helping me to slow down and get some control over my body again. Thank you

[@Helen-jv9mq]

This meditation somehow made me more stressed ... Your voice is SO lovely and the instructions to observe your thoughts and let them pass are perfect, but somehow the repetition of "I'll deal with that later" ratcheted up my anxiety more! I was unable to stay in the present moment ... why so many times?

[@Priory_UK]

Thank you so much for taking the time to feedback on this meditation. We're always trying to improve these, and we want to be as helpful as possible, so your thoughts are really appreciated. Wishing you the best for your future wellbeing 🙏💙 Will

[@mariabe6404]

I thought I was the only one! Same here

[@EvolvedGodzillaSolosW]

I agree with this and such a harsh dismissal of it and re-enteeing back into the flow, not one example of dealing with it.

[@birgip.m.1236]

Ditto. Same here. Maybe my body was already feeling churning inside & I wasn't aware of it til I was guided to notice it? And then paying attention to all the sounds around me upped my anxiety... I'm in my car parked in a garage outside the ymca after someone stole my shoes from the changeroom! So paying attention to the sounds of cars speeding by outside isn't helpful for me. The tweets of birds living in the garage is sweet tho. The parking garage isn't fully enclosed-- open on all sides- no full walls. Luckily I have my flip flops on (as I was in the pool area when my shoes were taken) to get home in. If I didn't have my flip flops I'd be stuck walking barefoot!! What eases my anxiety is the awareness that I'm not as bad off as whoever stole my shoes!! You have to be in a messed up state of mind to steal someone's shoes from the ymca changeroom!! Like what state of mind can someone be in to leave someone shoeless?! 😬 And the fact that they were old shoes & not expensive helps!! 🙄

[@MargaretCormack]

Scarlet O´Hara said 'I´ll think about it - tomorrow'! The instructions to 'say' I´ll deal with it later do involve the necessity of active involvement, whether that is good or bad. I prefer just to ignore passing thoughts

[@miowooshawn4083]

20 sec in i let myself cry, this is really helpful!

[@ghxstyn]

I felt like drinking some coffee today because i need to study for a exam, but it made me really anxious, the worst i've been in months. I can't put into words how much this helped me. Thank you

[@kathrynmat6857]

I have tried many guided meditations but my mind is like a whirlwind recently and seeking a psychologist’s help. This one is the only one that has resonated with me, and my chronic anxiety just slows down to a peaceful state when I do it, and which now is often. Thank you

[@electraplayz1079]

Samee, I've tried many but they didn't worked even after days of doing it, this one helped me alot in the first try

[@katherinehilliard9840]

You have the most calming and soothing voice. I didn’t want this meditation to end. Thank you so much!

[@ivanoska13]

I have been meditating daily for 5 minutes with youtube videos but for a some time now I have been finding it hard to focus, with this video it worked as it used to before. Thank you!

[@Tomielena]

Meditation saved my life, having to wake up every single day not confortable in your own body, it was terrible for me to the point I question myself if it was worth living a life like that.. I am grateful meditation exist

[@Priory_UK]

Thank you for sharing and I'm so glad this meditation helped you. Good luck🙏 Will

[@prismwing]

This meditation has been awesome for me. I wasn't even entirely focused on it half the time, and now I feel like I'm on the mend. It doesn't make me feel good as new or anything, but I'd say it has been a life saver in this moment.

[@khalivhkrtn1345]

I was having a minor anxiety attack I’m glad this helps

[@reyamalloy]

Thank you very much for this ... I just listened to it for the first time cause I was having a panic attack. This not only helped, but relaxed me as well.

[@GabriellyOliveirass]

I’ve been struggling with anxiety lately and it’s making me feel out of air sometimes. This meditation made me forget about it for a while and helped me with my breathing. Thank you!

[@Ironside-fz9vd]

Meditation does help to reduce anxiety. Meditation has transformed me. I recommend it. Might not work for everyone but it worked for me.

[@barbaragould500]

Ty..you gave me tool to do and something to say and you helped me "reinter my body" I'm aware of my breathing 🥰💜ty bless

[@hanbunz]

This was very helpful in getting myself out of a panic attack. Thank you so much

[@simransaini9468]

This was so well written and narrated even beautifully. It made me tear up a little. Amazing work.

[@gailflora1835]

This is my favorite. Sometimes I listen to it 2-3 times in a row. I wish it was longer than 8 minutes. Thank you.

[@glennweatherson4493]

Panic attack averted thanks to this wonderful person.

[@katiecowie5238]

I've been suffering with anxiety quite badly since I had a car crash in 2018, but I've found that meditation definitely helps with this. Thank you for this video. It really helps. Such a soothing voice ❤

[@cleansimplefree]

Your voice is very soothing! I found this mid panic attack and it was very helpful. Listening to the sounds around me in my environment helped me to stay present and grounded, and the affirmations you repeat really helped. ❤

[@motivemystic]

Wow, this guided meditation for anxiety is absolutely amazing! I've struggled with anxiety for a while now, but this video really helped me find some peace and calm. The Hourglass visualization technique was so powerful and soothing. Thank you, Priory Cognitive Analytic Therapy, for creating this wonderful meditation. I will definitely be coming back to this whenever I need to relax and relieve my anxiety.

[@ameerachy]

This made me feel so relaxed 😌

[@ArpitGupta-tp1sz]

Hi😊😅

[@bluebutterr.]

This ticking of the clock and the occasional voices in the background make this meditation almost eerie but I still find it very powerful and relaxing.

[@nickdvorak1398]

Very thankful to have found this this morning. Mornings seem to bring peak anxiety for me and this has brought me such a sigh of relief when I needed it most 🙏

[@crowdedveins9210]

Same here , I have bad anxiety everyday about an hour after I wake up and it last for an hour or 2 and slowly comes down. The problem I have is i feel best before I go to sleep so I don’t want to sleep cause I know when I wake up it’s Gonna be torture again. Hope your doing ok

[@MarkTheSWE]

I’m going through it right now. I have constant fear of my heath and I know my triggers. This is helping right now. The feeling of not being able to breathe, about to pass out, dying, my wife can get me out of the sunken hole, and then the exhausting and releasing of the stress comes in waves. We are listening to this together right now. Thank you. I know this was jumbled but I needed to let go of these thoughts.

[@Priory_UK]

Glad we could be there to support you. Be well 💙

[@rebeccaharris5105]

This meditation video is lovely. I felt so relaxed and quite sleepy after feeling quite anxious, tingling in the top of my head and forehead. Thoughts racing through my mind, I did this whilst in the bath TMI I know but I started upright and then by the time the video had ended I found myself slowly moving down and my head falling further back. Thank you so much

[@ArpitGupta-tp1sz]

Hi😊

[@TheRaynebeau]

I enjoyed this, especially hearing the lady in the background talking and saying “ok, good bye” during the meditation.

[@MindfulMeditations-yt]

This meditation was exactly what I needed, thank you! With the daily hustle of work, projects, family, and leisure, it's easy to forget self-care. Make time to meditate and reconnect with yourself. It's crucial. 🌿

[@SageCMoon]

Was having a little bit of a tough time with some stronger than usual plant medicine 🍃😁. This helped me refocus and truly reach a deep and meaningful meditation! Thank you so much 🥰

[@elinasaksakulm5725]

Best anti anxiety meditation I`ve come across(listened it many, many times). Such a life saver. Huge impact. Big Thanks for the creator 🥰

[@ArpitGupta-tp1sz]

Hi😊

[@hellabanzarmani8213]

This really does work thank you so much I get anxiety before work for no reason

[@punkyduckscn2732]

Feel this saved my life! Brought me down from a panic attack, several times. Namaste ❤

[@Priory_UK]

Glad you found it helpful 💙 Be well

[@doubtneverallowed3411]

Thank you for this guided meditation! It allowed me to only focus on the sound of the clock and not my thoughts. I was reminded to let my thoughts drift away and tell myself that they are not important right now and I would come back to them later. Being someone who over analyzes everything, this meditation gave me some form of peace.

[@hannahfoley9107]

That was so relaxing your voice and words are so soothing ❤ namaste 🙏 thank you

[@JaberLife]

The Hourglass meditation by Priory serves as a soothing balm for the anxieties of modern life. As someone deeply engaged in promoting wellness, I find the professionally crafted guidance offered here aligns perfectly with the essential pursuit of mental peace. This is not just a meditation; it's a step toward a brighter future for many. I applaud Priory for their dedication to building a mentally stronger community. #mentalhealth #anxietyrelief

[@TonyKnight1208]

I don't know what's going on with me but I've been anxious for no reason lately. Just sitting home relaxing and I'll get anxious. Idk if I'm thinking about something that triggers it but I wish it would stop

[@AF_Gulfstream]

I hope everything is okay and I am sending good vibes your way.

[@TonyKnight1208]

@@AF_Gulfstream Thank you and same to you.

[@dha1ani]

Listening on the bus on my way to uni. Very helpful.

[@judybrown2959]

This was perfect. I'm okay right now. I'm perfect right now.

[@fazer2747]

I did this because I have the stomach flu and am trying not to think about it. Thx.

[@brendap4986]

I love this guided meditation.. please make more. Maybe one where you talk us through each body part with a tension then relax..your way of guiding is very calming.

[@meditationmaster]

I'm glad to hear that you find the content very enjoyable. It's wonderful that it brings a sense of relaxation and well-being. Psychological well-being is indeed crucial. Thank you.

[@bibialix_]

I have palpitations when I meditate but this one didn’t make me too anxious, I feel great

[@ItemHazard]

Love this. My husband was out like a light 🥰

[@Priory_UK]

Glad your husband enjoyed it! 💙 Will

[@cynthiaholland13]

This is so beautiful and relaxing. Your voice is perfect for this and I've listened to hundreds of meditation videos

[@rosalindsaffery2360]

Hmm...don't get comment about audio quality being poor...her every word was clear. A nice, simple meditation which anyone can fit into their day...her voice was calm, reassuring and very pleasant to listen to.

[@amandah1277]

I have this mediation video favorited and I come back to it regularly when I’m feeling anxious. Thank you for this ❤

[@teachingenglishukbanglades3902]

Meditation is very important for life.

[@aakankshadhuri3768]

Lovely meditation, thank you very much. I felt calm after practising this.

[@epimethues4663]

I’m gonna try this out, I’ve had a flair up in my anxiety induced chronic pain so it’s making me feel very panicked since I also have health anxiety which means I’m worrying that the symptoms of the anxiety could be something else, I know deep down they are but it’s always the what ifs

[@loganochoa4912]

You’re not alone. ❤ I’m in the same boat and I’m Taking it day by day, minute by minute.

[@lowkeycee415]

wow , i was having a really bad anxiety attack and this literally faded it away thank you

[@Priory_UK]

So great to hear 💙 Will

[@heatherfennell7917]

This helped me so much this morning! My anxiety was really getting the best of me.

[@taylovesfun]

Thank you so much! This served as the perfect check-in and reset for dealing with some mid-day anxiety. I'm relaxed and ready now, and I feel much better equipped to handle any other unwanted feelings and thoughts that come my way :)

[@BeingPeace922]

Thank you ❤

[@hibomohamed7710]

Thank you for this meditation: I have a cold and two appointments later to teach for the first time at a certain institution: I feel better already.

[@holdencolonnese9723]

Her voice is very soothing.

[@keanuhwang2717]

Thank you so much for helping me with my panic attacks during work!!

[@bartalf1]

LOVED this unique approach! Want more!

[@robykaa44]

This is perfect maam I just love it thank you has great effects, I feel so much lighter my mind cleared and simply feeling better in my body

[@thecorbern4446]

This is the best meditation for me! Adele’s voice is so soothing. 😊

[@Priory_UK]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ccallaghan9185]

this is a really effective guided meditation. thank you

[@Priory_UK]

You're most welcome!

[@cw7792]

You have a wonderfully calming voice 😊

[@michaelmarchei8539]

This good.. I like the Flip Flop between hearing/feeling and breathing quickly..... Very effective!!!!!

[@maikeru01]

thank you, i think this helped me out of a panic attack of some kind.

[@omerrahi5692]

Thank you so much…this was really needed and helpful. God bless you

[@mjb80713]

Great 👍. Have used this a few times

[@halva_addict6313]

Following you from Belgium. Just wanna thank you for your channel. There are so many meditation channels but I find yours really spot on.

[@Priory_UK]

Thank you for your wonderful feedback - you are very welcome 💙

[@conormaloney3451]

This has been such a brilliant help for me as I’m going through a really high anxiety provoking time with my work that’s affecting my all day every day so I cannot thank you guys enough for helping me take a few minutes to centre myself and keep myself level

[@ceciliapalafox6510]

Thank you sooooo much! I badly needed this meditation today; I wasn't sure it would help, but was really relieved it did. I feel much better :)

[@chairisamira4576]

The best 🎉🎉🎉

[@ibrooksie]

My saving grace every morning 😊

[@rachelazor6173]

Definitely a video I’ll be coming back to, thank you

[@gresemonke6989]

This is helping me very much. I’m going through a lot rn such as my dad talking bad about me to my little sister, him being bad to me years ago and now my brother, my step brother might be getting close with a girl I wasted my time trying to get with along with another girl I wasted time trying to get with years ago, and I’m finally playing most of a football game bc last year I barely played bc I was terrible. I got my kicking spot back now so that’s good but I tried to impress the gir I like and she didn’t even compliment me. I bet she complimented my brother and he also took her home that same night but this vid helped me so much. I’m gonna keep using this whenever I need it. Thank you very much for making this vid.

[@achyutbhattarai6158]

Wow, i have to admit I hate sitting down and do mediation. But, every time i make myself do it the aftermath is so good.

[@Tockrellman]

This is great! Thank you! I feel lighter. More relaxed.

[@chairisamira4576]

The best🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@chairisamira4576]

One word: The Best.

[@shannonhatch7]

Thank you so much.

[@InnerPreservation]

Wow, this is absoultely revitalizing! Thank you sp much

[@littlewingism]

youre an angel.

[@Tiffymb]

The ticking clock in the background actually caused more anxiety.

[@kristasmith706]

Love it my go to get grounded quickly

[@yoyoyoyoyoyoyoyoyoyoyoo]

Thank you for saying the same words over and over again, it strangely helped me tremendously. I’ll try to keep hearing your sentences throughout my day 🤍

[@souvikchakraborty112]

Thank you. ❤

[@user-jp6tp9zx4e]

Thank you very effective ❤ was so helpful

[@meditacion-cg8vr]

Great attitude, positive charge

[@ija0]

Really good! Hit the spot for me!

[@lasenoradelacruz]

My anxiety is truly killing me…. I cant eat, I can’t sleep, when I do I wake up with my heart palpitating fast. I have major depression, PTSD and GAD.

[@dorkknight413]

Thank you just thank you

[@anastagialatisha]

i really loved this and it helped me a lottt ❤❤

[@emmamoore7551]

Thank you

[@DalekOverLord101]

Thank you❤