Perhaps you have days where most of what you experience is "storm" -- such as multiple demands, looming deadlines, angry bosses, upset family members, and generally feeling harried by the "busyness" of your world.

This kind of external chaos can often lead to a sense of internal chaos, and you may find it difficult to concentrate or be civil with others.

Such times may seem like the worst time to stop and take a break. Yet a short -- and effective -- break can be very helpful.

One great way to take a short rejuvenating break is to listen to relaxation guided imagery. In fact, you can do that right now if you like.

Take just three minutes right now and listen to "Mental Oasis" (track 25) from Joel Levey's Self-Guided Relaxation CD. This track will guide you in a short visualization of a calm place where you can return anytime you like. Click on either link below to listen now:

By taking short relaxation breaks like this, you can quickly get in touch with the "calm place inside yourself" even during the stormy times in your daily life.

Best wishes for finding calm in the midst of any storms.