Transforming Depression Project

Background



Lynette made a CD called Transforming Depression for the charity Holistic Support Network, which she co-founded. The charity is now closed. However, some people found the CD very helpful so some of the tracks are here to listen to online. Click here to find out more about the tracks.


The CDs  contain a mixture of information, mindfulness and breathing exercises and guided visualisations,  designed to give people an opportunity to take some greater control of their journey of recovery. The CDs are intended to be used either as an alternative or in addition to any treatments or therapies received from GPs or other therapists.


In preparation of the original CD the charity conducted a trial in 3 North Devon GP surgeries, with a grant from Awards For All to fund the pilot and production. The CD is accompanied by a booklet explaining some of the techniques and giving some background to the project.

 

The CD package was launched in May 2011 and then distributed to be freely available through GP surgeries, mental health services, advisory centres, social services, self-help and support groups, and to individuals by contacting the charity directly.


The Charity Holistic Support Network has now closed but there are some CDs still available.  If you are interested in a CD and live in the UK, you can have a CD for free, cost £2 for postage and packing. Please send a message through the contact page for more information about how to get a CD.


There are also 2 additional CDs available for those in the UK for £10 each including P and P.


Lynette is working towards making some new audio and video resources to help people transform health and life issues.

CD Tracks















About the tracks

01 Introductory breaths (2.47mins) - introducing a quick and easy breathing technique which is the foundation for your recovery process.

02 not available

03 Three Breaths calm and control (3.03mins)- practising the breathing technique again, learning that you can change your feelings at any time, just by using your imagination and breath.

04 What is Depression? (4:45mins) – explaining the different types, contributing factors, physical symptoms and even the benefits.

05 The Three Breaths (5:24mins) – breathing in the feeling you need, releasing the feeling you don't want in the out breath, using your own or the suggested feelings listed in this booklet.

06 Happiness (1:56mins) – explaining that simple things, such as being kind to others, smiling and mindful focus, increases happiness, reduces depression and is protective against relapse.

07 Technique to increase happiness (3:23mins) - breathing and visualisation exercise, and setting the intention to do those things that make you happy.

08 Treatments for depression (4:28mins) – considering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, mindfulness, creativity, complementary therapies, exercise, diet and nutritional supplementation, and the benefit of using a combination of treatments.

09 What to tell people (4:03mins) – understanding what to say and how much to tell friends, family and work colleagues.

10 not available

11 Introduction to mindfulness (6:28mins) – explaining mindfulness and an introductory mindfulness exercise learning how to just notice things in the present moment without judgement, and developing more control of your attention.

12 Preparing to sleep (2:11mins) – winding down slowly and getting into a relaxing bedtime routine, and spending some time reflecting on positive things that have happened during the day.

13 Relaxing mindfulness on the breath (6:52mins) – noticing the physical sensations of breathing and in turn, quietening the mind. Suitable for relaxing at any time, but particularly good before sleep.

14 Relaxing to sleep (14:28mins) – breathing and visualisation techniques to help you to fall asleep, or get back to sleep if you wake in the night or too early in the morning.