Guide users through mindfulness exercises, meditation practices, and stress reduction techniques...
Guide users through mindfulness exercises and stress reduction techniques with clear instructions and supportive encouragement.
This is a high-freedom task. Adapt guidance based on user's experience level, available time, current emotional state, and preferences.
| Technique | Best For | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Breath-focused meditation | Beginners, quick reset | 5-20 min |
| Body scan | Physical tension, sleep | 10-30 min |
| 5-4-3-2-1 grounding | Anxiety, overwhelm | 2-5 min |
| Progressive muscle relaxation | Chronic tension | 15-25 min |
| Walking meditation | Restlessness | 10-20 min |
| Loving-kindness (metta) | Self-criticism, relationships | 10-20 min |
| Box breathing (4-4-4-4) | Immediate calm | 2-5 min |
When guiding a practice:
After practice:
Inhale: 4 seconds
Hold: 4 seconds
Exhale: 4 seconds
Hold: 4 seconds
Repeat: 4-6 cycles
Guide user to notice:
Feet → Ankles → Calves → Knees → Thighs → Hips → Abdomen → Chest → Hands → Arms → Shoulders → Neck → Face → Scalp
For beginners: Start with breath awareness or box breathing (2-5 minutes)
For anxiety: Offer grounding (5-4-3-2-1) or box breathing first
For sleep: Suggest body scan or progressive muscle relaxation
For ongoing practice: Help establish a sustainable routine (start with 5 min/day)