In panic or in an emergency situation immediately apply the Re-balancing Technique as demonstrated here in the photo. Place the fingertips of both hands pointing to the centre of your chest and hold that point until you feel calmer.
Absolutely not, this is an "old wives tale". Process work with Inner Imagery techniques is very fast as in seconds, if not immediate. When there are a series of more interwoven and complex issues it can take longer.
Are these techniques borrowed from anyone else?
No, all the techniques used in Inner Imagery are unique to this modality. The techniques have been developed over the years by the founder of Self-Referencing-IITM and have been given many years of practical application to hone their use. Mary was inspired by the psychotherapeutic use of imagery, yet the imagery work used here has no connection to the psychotherapeutic approach, in particular the imposed imagery of guided meditation and guided imagery. There is no direct connection to any other modalities.
Can anyone use these techniques?
Within certain general abilities yes, this would be up to personal discretion. All responsibility for use of these techniques is with the user. Self-Referencing-IITM and anyone associated professionally with this modality cannot be held responsible for anyone using these techniques, you do so at your own discretion. That said these techniques are designed to be simple and naturally gentle on your systems.
questions about physical health
Are emotions related to physical conditions?
Yes, in most cases. Emotions, Physical pain and unwell physical conditions are a direct result of internalised experiences. Both emotions and Physical pain are NEVER the issue, only messengers to your conscious awareness that part of you needs attention. The more intense the pain or emotions, the more urgently you need to work on resolving the issue, and the very best, quickest way is to raise your overall frequency patterns.
I am on medications, does this matter?
Self-Referencing-IITM has nothing to do with diagnosis or the giving of advice in regards to any medication. Appropriate medical care is always supported and encouraged. Because S-R-IITM only works on an energetic level directly or through imagery it has no connection to any medications. therefore if you are taking medication it is purely a matter of personal discretion. If you are taking tranquilizers it may dumb your ability to feel, yet this will not stop any internal beneficial changes from taking place.
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What is physical pain?
Physical pain is the physical equivalent of emotional pain, when the energetic imbalances have gone deeper affecting the physical tissues and body function. Physical pain, whatever its' cause is always to get your attention so that you know there is a problem to be fixed.
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questions about Self-help
Should I only use a Self-Referencing-IITM Certified Practitioner to help me?
This depends entirely on your situation. If you are unsure, give us a call and we can see what is a good way forward for you. Certified Practitioners are highly trained people often carrying additional expertease.
I am visiting a psychotherapist can I use these methods as well?
As a practitioner I really find it very difficult if a client is working with another practitioner at the same time because it can really mess up the recovery process of a client. Best to choose one approach and give it a go. If it doesn't work for you, take a complete break and choose a more beneficial path. Focusing on one path at at a time will give you far better results. Mixing methods, approaches and protocols can lead to energetic and mental confusion, often making the situation worse.
Can I use these techniques with others?
Absolutely yet not in a professional capacity unless you have the practitioner certification. There is so much more to know about helping others with S-R-IITM than just the techniques presented here.
Are these techniques safe for me to use on my own?
If you have the slightest hint there may be some deeply distressing incident in your past, always gain professional assistance because it will make it far easier on yourself. It isn't that you can't do it for yourself, it is just that there is an easier way. For all other applications they are all natural expressions of yourself and harmonise within you. They work with you never against you.
Can children use these techniques for themselves?
Yes, the simple balancing technique is great for them as soon as they can understand what they are doing. When they are older they can use most of the techniques with supervision.
What if I can't feel anything?
Don't worry, not everyone does, there are a few reasons for this, some of these reasons stem from childhood. If you wish to regain your ability to feel I would recommend working with one of our Certified Practitioners on this to gently allow yourself to open up to the richer human experiences in a self-nurturing way. Even so some of the processes are designed to work well whether you can feel anything or not.