Right over each eye, in the middle of your forehead, are neurovascular reflex points which calm the nervous system and can be used to reprogram emotional and mental responses to stress and trauma. These are great points to hold for any emotional overwhelm. Hold these points on yourself or have someone else hold them for you. Help calm a child or another adult by holding these points for a minute or two.

Place your open, flat palm on your forehead while thinking of your stressor – or don’t think of it, it’s up to you. Take in a few deep breaths – breath in, like you’re smelling a rose, and then slowly breathe out like you are blowing out a candle. Try and hold your forehead long enough so that you can feel a pulse underneath your hands. That’s a sign that blood is coming back into your forebrain. This is a good thing! It means your body is exiting its elevated Triple Warmer state and realizing that it doesn’t have to run or fight. Having enough blood in your brain so you can think clearly is a very nurturing gift to give yourself!

Please refer to the book for more details on this activity.