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Recovery Body Scan
Release tension and reconnect with your healing body. This 15-minute practice helps you develop body awareness and relaxation.
Duration
15 minutes
Beginner friendly
Focus
Body Awareness
Physical relaxation
Technique
Progressive Scan
Systematic awareness
Guided Body Scan
Systematically relax and reconnect with each part of your body
Step 1 of 12
9:45 remainingWelcome to the Recovery Body Scan. Lie down or sit comfortably. Close your eyes and take three deep breaths.
Get comfortable
0:30
Body Map
Head & Face
Neck & Shoulders
Chest & Heart
Arms & Hands
Abdomen
Back
Hips & Pelvis
Legs & Feet
Body Scan Benefits
Body scanning helps you reconnect with your physical self, often neglected during addiction.
- •Releases physical tension and stress
- •Improves body awareness and mindfulness
- •Promotes relaxation and better sleep
- •Helps identify where emotions manifest physically
Recovery Benefits
Releases physical tension
Improves body awareness
Promotes relaxation
Reduces stress
Enhances feelings of safety
Supports physical healing
Tips for Body Scan Practice
During Practice
- • If you find tension, breathe into that area
- • Don't try to change sensations, just observe
- • If your mind wanders, gently return to the body
- • It's okay to adjust position for comfort
Best Times to Practice
- • Before sleep to promote relaxation
- • After stressful situations
- • When feeling disconnected from your body
- • As part of daily mindfulness routine
Recovery Note: Your body has been through a lot. This practice helps you rebuild a positive relationship with your physical self, recognizing your body as an ally in recovery, not an enemy.