Energy healing techniques have long been used to shift the mind and body from states of chaos to deep calm. These practices work by realigning the body's energetic system, helping to release emotional and physical tension. Below are 5 of the most effective techniques you can use to achieve a calm, focused state when life feels overwhelming.
What is Energy Healing?
Energy healing focuses on the concept that the body has energy fields that can become disrupted by stress, trauma, or environmental factors. When these energy fields are out of balance, it can lead to emotional, mental, or physical tension. Energy healing works to restore harmony to these fields, promoting relaxation and overall well-being.
This approach is supported by emerging research on the influence of the body's energetic and bioelectric fields on health. Techniques like Reiki and acupuncture aim to clear blockages and stimulate the body's natural healing processes. Ideally, working with a skilled practitioner can guide you through deeper, more personalized healing sessions. However, there are also several powerful techniques you can practice on your own to realign your energy and achieve a sense of calm.
1. Grounding with Breathwork
Breathwork is one of the simplest yet most effective tools for calming frantic energy. By consciously controlling the breath, you can directly influence your nervous system and bring the body into a relaxed state. Scientific studies have shown that breath-focused practices help reduce cortisol levels, the stress hormone, which in turn promotes relaxation and emotional balance.
How to practice:
Sit in a comfortable position with your spine straight.
Inhale deeply through your nose, counting to four.
Hold the breath for a count of four, then exhale slowly through your mouth for a count of six.
Repeat this cycle for several minutes until you feel a noticeable shift in your energy.
2. Tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique)
Tapping, also known as Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), involves using your fingertips to tap on specific points on the body while focusing on a negative emotion or thought. This technique is based on the principles of acupuncture but can be done anywhere, without needles. Tapping helps release stuck energy and brings a sense of calm, while studies have supported its effectiveness in reducing anxiety and stress.
How to practice:
Identify an emotion or thought that is making you feel frantic.
Tap gently with your fingertips on points such as the inner eyebrow, side of the eye, under the nose, and collarbone.
As you tap, repeat a calming phrase such as, “Even though I feel overwhelmed, I choose to feel calm.”
Continue tapping through these points until you feel a reduction in anxiety.
3. Body Scanning for Tension Release
Body scanning is a mindful technique that allows you to become aware of areas where your body holds tension. By mentally scanning your body from head to toe, you can release trapped energy and restore balance.
How to practice:
Lie down in a comfortable position or sit with your back straight.
Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths.
Start at the top of your head and slowly move your awareness down through your body.
As you reach each area (forehead, shoulders, chest, etc.), take note of any tension or discomfort.
Breathe into those areas and imagine the tension melting away with each exhale.
4. Visualization for Energy Clearing
Visualization is a powerful technique for clearing negative energy from your body and mind. By using the imagination to visualize unwanted energy leaving the body, you can restore a sense of calm and centeredness.
How to practice:
Close your eyes and focus on your breathing.
Picture the energy in your body that feels chaotic or frantic as a dark cloud.
As you exhale, visualize this cloud leaving your body, dissolving into the air.
With each inhale, imagine clean, calming energy entering your body, filling the spaces where the chaotic energy once was.
5. Journaling to Shift Energy
Journaling
can be a highly effective tool for processing and releasing emotional energy. Writing down your thoughts and feelings allows you to clear mental clutter, making space for calm and clarity.
How to practice:
Set aside 10-15 minutes each day to write freely.
Start by identifying what is currently making you feel overwhelmed or anxious.
As you write, focus on releasing those emotions onto the page without judgment.
Once you’ve expressed your thoughts, close your journal with the intention of letting go of the frantic energy.
Energy healing techniques offer practical solutions for transforming a frantic mind into a calm, focused one. By incorporating methods such as breathwork, tapping, body scanning, visualization, and journaling into your daily routine, you can regain control over your energy and cultivate a deeper sense of peace. While these techniques are highly effective on their own, for optimal results, consider working with a holistic practitioner who can guide you in deeper energy healing practices tailored specifically to your needs.
