Table 1.

RR-based group intervention chapters and goals.

Chapter	Content
Chapter 1 Stress and the Relaxation Responses (RR)	Introduce RR elicitation method: breath awareness Describe the relationship between the RR, health, and wellness Identify individual’s sources of stress and coping Introduce “Minis” as a method to reduce tension and anxiety throughout the day
Chapter 2 Mindfulness and Appreciation	Introduce RR-elicitation method: mindful awareness Use strategy for applying mindful awareness in daily living Learn concepts and strategies for enhancing positivity Identify how positivity can increase resiliency in the long-term
Chapter 3 Thoughts, Feelings, and Behaviors	Build awareness of physical, emotional, and cognitive expression of stress Introduce cognitive distortion: Review negative beliefs that prevent adaptation Introduce cognitive restructuring: Build adaptive beliefs: problem solving, reframing, and positive expectation
Chapter 4 Yoga, Exercise, and Movement	Introduce Mind-body benefits of physical activity Introduce Strength Training to build lean body mass Introduce gentle stretching and body awareness Introduce Hatha yoga
Chapter 5 Using Imagery to Relax and Heal	Create imaginative perspectives to influence new behaviors and to gain insight Introduce new RR-elicitation method: joyful place imagery Use contemplation to deepen positive perspectives through meditation
Chapter 6 Mindful Eating and Nutrition	Develop balanced and healthful attitudes toward food Pleasure, satiety, and dietary disinhibition Mindful eating Learn label reading and building a diet of desirable nutrients
Chapter 7 Humor and Optimism/Sleeping Well	Identify Mind-body benefits of laughter and amusement Strategies to bring humor into life Practice using humor to enhance processes of appreciation and acceptance Introduce good sleep practices
Chapter 8 Goals and Planning	Review mind-body intervention strategies learned Develop a plan for continuing to use program strategies Set goals for the future Ways to prevent relapse