Using Subtle Energies to Promote Emotional Healing
by John R. Cook, Ph.D.
Meditation
MP3s - >>>
Energy
Healing Course ->>>
Chakras
Healing Course ->>>
Roughly five thousand years ago someone in China discovered that
the human body has a subtle bioenergy system made up of energy conduits
called meridians. These meridians are interconnected in ways that
allow the flow of energy called Qi or Chi (pronounced chee) throughout
the body, from one meridian to another. Disruptions to the flow
of this energy created by blockages in any of the meridians were
believed to cause disease. Conversely, the balancing of this energy
through the use of Chinese medicine was found to restore health.
East met West during the 1970's, as the emerging field of Applied
Kinesiology began to explore the connection between subtle energies
and muscle function. In this way, Chinese medicine has influenced
modern day chiropractic and physiotherapy practices. Some offshoots
of Applied Kinesiology have even found their way into counselling
offices. One of these is the Energy Diagnostic and Treatment Method
(EDxTM) of psychologist Fred Gallo. It makes use of acupressure
(rubbing and tapping) to treat energy imbalances associated with
various psychological problems. A relaxation program employing EDxTM
techniques is available for purchase at http://www.FeelBetterSolutions.com.
Acupuncturist Tapas Fleming combined Chinese medicine with yoga,
coming up with a procedure for treating allergies she called the
Tapas Acupressure Technique (TAT). She found that it was also effective
in helping people deal with traumatic events. Today, it is widely
used to help relieve people suffering from all sorts of emotional
upset. The Tapas protocol is fully described in a free booklet available
on her Website at http://www.tatlife.com/.
Briefly, TAT involves using a particular physical pose in combination
with a series of affirmations, beginning with, "I deserve to
live, and I CAN accept love, help and healing." The pose involves
lightly touching areas on either side of the bridge of the nose,
one-eighth inch above the inner corners of each eye, using the tips
of the thumb and ring finger from the dominant hand. Place the tip
of the middle finger from the same hand at the middle of your forehead,
about one-half inch above eyebrow level. Last, cradle the back of
your head just above the hairline, using the palm of your free hand.
Hold this pose for a minute or two, or until you feel a sense of
release or relaxation.
Repeat this procedure while attending to the problem that is causing
your distress, and again while attending to the opposite condition
or how you would like things to be different. Repeat it five more
times, attending to each of the following five affirmations.
1. "All the origins of this problem are healing now."
2. "All parts of me and of my life that held this problem are
healing now."
3. "All parts of me that got something out of having this problem
are healing now."
4. "I forgive everyone (including God) I have blamed for my
having this problem."
5. "I ask forgiveness of everyone I have hurt because of this
problem."
Be sure to drink plenty of fluids before you try this technique,
and consult with local TAT practitioner if you are interested in
receiving further training.
Author's Bio
Dr. Cook is a registered clinical psychologist in the Province of
British Columbia (registration #1025), and founder of Aegis Psychological
Services Inc.. His speciality is helping people with stress and
anxiety-related conditions, including job-related and post-traumatic
stress.
Meditation
MP3s - >>>
Energy
Healing Course ->>>
Chakras
Healing Course ->>>
|