In Full Bloom; Emotional Release Exercises:
Emotions are the primary reason we place limits on our brain. It is because of our emotions that we tell ourselves, “I can’t try that. I will only embarrass myself.” Out of fear, we stop short of our dreams, and because of past hurts we close ourselves off to others. Fortunately, it is possible to relieve your mind of debilitating emotions, but you must first learn to let go of them.
LAUGHING EXERCISE
You already know that laughter is a powerful medicine. But unfortunately you can’t buy laughing pills at the pharmacy. You could go to a funny movie or meet with a funny friend, but why rely on them? You can laugh any time you want.
Try sitting on the floor one day and laugh to your heart’s content. You may ask, “But how can I laugh if there is nothing to laugh about?” Just try it. Just laugh as hard as you can. At first, it will seem awkward, but keep going. Flail your arms and pound the floor, busting up with laughter. Soon, you will feel like a kid again.
To prep for emotional releasing if will help you to get ready, in Ilchi Lee’s book “In full bloom” He recommends using the following techniques if you feel negative emotions beginning to rise:
HEAD TAPPING
To Further release tension from your head and face, try tapping them with your fingertips. This exercise will also increase blood flow to the skin, so it is a good beauty tip, too! Just curl your fingers and begin tapping firmly all over your face and head. Make sure you tap all over your head, especially your temples and crown. On your face, target places that are holding tension, such as jaw, cheekbones, and around the eye sockets.
FACIAL RELEASE
A great deal of tension can be held in the face, and if often become habitual. Try this and you will find it very hear not to smile.
1) Squeeze all of your facial muscles; close your eyes, nose, and mouth tightly. Hold for about 5 counts
2) Open your eyes, nostrils, and mouth as wide as you can.
3) Breathe in , and as you return your face to normal, exhale.
4) Repeat this sequence at least 3 times.
LYING VIBRATION
1) Lie comfortably on the floor.
2) Life your arms and legs into the air and begin shake them lightly.
3) Counting slowly to 10, shake harder and harder until you reach the count of 10.
4) Drop your arms and left gently to the floor. Breathe deeply and relax.
TOE TAPPING
This exercise is great for releasing emotional tension from the body, bringing energy away from your head to your lower body. Also, it is a great cure for insomnia, when you head is full of worries.
1) Lie on your back with your feet and legs together
2) Place your hands on the ground with your palms on the ground. Flex your feet back and keep your heels close together.
3) Tap you big toes together, then open your feet so that your little toes tap the floor. Repeat as rapidly as you can.
4) Start with 100 repititions and increase the number after more practice.
-In Full Bloom by Ilchi Lee and Jessie Jones, PHD.
