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"Hugs" serve as a means by which many individuals rejuvenate their spirits. Enveloping loved ones with both arms fosters a haven of security, unburdening the sorrows residing within their hearts and priming them to
confront forthcoming endeavors with delight. However, what if, during moments of weariness, one scans the surroundings only to find no comforting embrace at hand?
Today, let us introduce the concept of the "Butterfly Hug" – a simple technique anyone can employ to invigorate their energy through self-embrace during times of need. So, let's delve into it!
The Butterfly Hug was conceived by Lucina Artigas to aid in the mental recovery of survivors of the 1998 Acapulco Hurricane in Mexico. It was bestowed the Creative Innovation Award by the EMDR International Association in 2000.
Over time, psychotherapists have widely adopted the Butterfly Hug as a method to mend mental well-being, particularly among those grappling with the strain of PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder). Moreover, its popularity surged amid the outbreak of COVID-19.
Beyond its medical application for patients contending with mental health challenges, ordinary individuals burdened by stress, anxiety, or the tumultuous thoughts that life's various facets bring forth – whether academics, work, relationships, and more – can integrate this practice. Doing so fosters self-encouragement and nurtures an emotionally secure haven.
The three simple steps to revitalize with the Butterfly Hug gesture:
1. Seek out a tranquil space, perhaps a sanctuary or a location linked to positive memories.
2. Shut your eyes and interlock both hands to form a butterfly shape, crossing your thumbs and resting your remaining fingers against your chest, evoking the image of a butterfly's wings in flight.
3. Inhale and exhale leisurely and harmoniously while ruminating on joyful moments and revisiting the chapters of your life. Concurrently, replicate the fluttering motion of a butterfly – your hands rising and descending in sync with your breath's rhythm.
Allocate 3 to 4 minutes per session, making it a daily ritual. This nurtures steadfast mental well-being.
Encountering both tales of happiness and moments of suffering alternately is a common occurrence. Yet, remember, regardless of the adversities faced, bestowing "self-encouragement" upon oneself is paramount. This foundation can be initiated through the simple act of "Embracing Yourself."
