10 Min Nervous System Reset   Full Body Scan Meditation

10 Min Nervous System Reset Full Body Scan Meditation

Author: Martin Hewlett - Calming Anxiety April 11, 2026 Duration: 10:26
10 Min Nervous System Reset | Full Body Scan MeditationIf you’ve been running on adrenaline all week, it’s time for a tactical override. In this episode of Calming Anxiety, we move beyond simple relaxation to physically signal to your brain that the threats are over. Join Martin, a clinical hypnotherapist, for a guided 10-minute nervous system reset designed to transition your body from a state of "fight or flight" into deep, restorative peace.

This full body scan mindfulness meditation uses progressive muscle relaxation and deep breathing exercises to help you unwind, release negative thoughts, and regain clarity of thought. Whether you are struggling with panic attacks, chronic stress, or just need a daily moment of meditation, this session provides a safe space to find balance for mind, body, and soul.Episode Chapters:
  • 00:00 – Intro: The Tactical Override for Adrenaline
  • 00:51 – Setting the Space & Breath Awareness
  • 01:45 – The Art of the Release: Tuning into the Out-Breath
  • 02:51 – Visualizing the Aura of Calm
  • 03:18 – Beginning the Scan: Feet, Ankles, and Calves
  • 04:04 – Controlled Tension: Engaging the Thighs and Hips
  • 05:51 – Upper Body Release: Spine, Shoulders, and Arms
  • 06:45 – Facial Relaxation: Easing the Brow and Jaw
  • 07:34 – Powerful Affirmations for Control
  • 08:30 – 3 Daily Caring Tips for Anxiety
  • 09:37 – Closing: Staying Kind to Your Soul
Affirmations for Inner StabilityRepeat these internally to align your subconscious mind with a state of safety:"My body is calm, my mind is steady, I am back in control." 3 Daily Caring Tips for a Happier LifeCarry this stillness into your world with these three practical grounding techniques:
  1. The Cold Water Hack: Splash your face with cold water during a spike of panic to manually reset your heart rate.
  2. Unplug the Noise: Dedicate 20 minutes today to zero notifications and total digital silence.
  3. Physical Grounding: Walk barefoot on grass or a cold floor for two minutes to feel the earth beneath you.
Join the Fold of KindnessIf this session helped you find your center today, please consider subscribing and hitting the notification bell.The world can be a loud, stressful place, and your support helps us reach more people who need a moment of peace. It would mean a lot if you shared this episode on your social media—together, we can bring more people into a community built on kindness and calm.For those looking to dive deeper, explore the Calming Anxiety Circuit Breaker Course at for specialized tracks to combat anxious thinking.

Take care, smile often, and to your soul be kind.


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Finding a moment of quiet in a busy mind can feel like a distant hope. Calming Anxiety | Guided Meditation, Sleep Hypnosis & Panic Attack Relief is built on the understanding that relief is a practice, not a single destination. Hosted by Martin Hewlett, a certified practitioner, this podcast serves as a personal, audio sanctuary for anyone whose days are shadowed by worry or whose nights are spent wrestling with restless thoughts. Each episode is crafted with a gentle, caring tone, providing a practical library of tools you can return to daily. You might find a short, ten-minute mindfulness session designed to defuse afternoon stress, or a longer, immersive sleep hypnosis track to guide you out of insomnia and into deep rest. The focus is on genuine, accessible techniques-from guided meditations that calm racing thoughts to specific panic attack relief-all aimed at fostering a tangible sense of peace. This isn't about abstract concepts; it's about hearing a supportive voice that helps you navigate back to calm, one breath at a time. Tune in whenever you need a resource to quiet the noise and reclaim a sense of stillness.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Calming Anxiety | Guided Meditation, Sleep Hypnosis & Panic Attack Relief
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