At growURpotentential we support self-guided Brainspotting, as many across the globe are investing in this powerful tool for self development authored by David Grand, PhD.
Once you have attended Group Brainspotting for Self-compassion, Money Issues, or Toxic Self Talk you may guide your own continued practice. If you have NOT attended training we invite you to invest in that support to improve understanding and benefits. These instructions are vague to encourage you to invest in training.
Embodiment Practice
Our emotions and memories of brilliance or traumas do not solely live in our mind, but vividly occupy space within the body. Brainspotting is a way to connect with somatic [bodily] sensations and deeply process unresolved emotions. Healing happens every time we set intention and practice getting to know our somatic sensations, this process is called embodiment and the process creates holistic self reflection. The process of embodiment might also be called Mindfulness Practice 2.0 whereby our experience in a moment brings elevated awareness to our bodily sensations. It is within this space that our body can process the release of tension, confusion, and grief ~ allowing healing and resilience to expand.
When we use the TICES Script we are practicing embodiment from a cognitive or thinking standpoint, to better know our needs.
When we use Self-guided Brainspotting we are practicing embodiment from an intuitive standpoint, to release or identify trapped emotions.
When we use BioHUGS we are grounding ourselves to deepen our connection to our bodies potential to self regulate and growing confidence that we can develop self mastery.
When we listen to Bilateral Music we are practicing embodiment from a mind state that helps us experience emotions with less resistance from our bodies.
When we practice Deeper Emotional Processing we are practicing embodiment for good reasons, despite the labor of Clean Pain.
Tips for Impactful Self-guided Brainspotting
Be mindful of space and time. Protect that bilateral music is playing on loop so that if the song ends it begins again. Abrupt shifts in music can cause bodily disturbances. Also be sure that your body is in a comfortable position, with proper posture and supportive pillows or yoga blocks. Notice the space you are practicing embodiment in, would it help to soften the lights or use a blanket to provide additional comfort?
Focus attention: where in your body do you feel self-compassion at this moment. Name 4 facts about that sensation:
The feeling is [tender] when I imagine it’s emotion
The feeling is [warm] when I imagine it’s temperature
The feeling is [yellow] when I imagine it glowing
The feeling is [low volume] when I imagine it having sound
The feeling is [smoochy] when I imaging touching it
The feeling is [kind] when I image it’s temperament
The feeling is [comforting] when I imagine it’s value
Now that you are connected with the sensation, push your timer for 10 minutes, then choose the brainspot where the sensation is most vibrantly aroused.
Stay with that spot for 10 minutes.
When your mind wanders, bring your attention back to the spot.
If memories emerge, positive or negative, bring your attention back to the spot.
After your timer alarms, take a deep cleansing breath ~ or two ~ or three.
Allow the music to continue to play as you take a moment to journal about the experience.
Share any memories that hold value or disturbance with your therapist or mentor to support deeper processing when that feels helpful to do.
Click HERE to schedule group brainspotting for self-compassion.
Click HERE to access bilateral music.
Click HERE to schedule an appointment with a Somatic therapist who guides Brainspotting for trauma resolutions including self-confidence and secure attachment.