Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) Bundle (50 pages)

Butterfly Hug Protocol

Grounding Below is a brief overview on how to return to the present moment and ensure feelings of safety after completing the Butterfly Hug technique. Grounding techniques are crucial for stabilizing your emotional state, especially if the tapping process has brought up intense feelings. Here’s how to guide this grounding process: Physical Grounding Techniques: Deep Breathing: Instruct to take slow, deep breaths. Breathe in through your nose for a count of four, hold for four seconds, then exhale slowly through your mouth for four seconds. Repeat this several times. Engage Your Senses: Focus on tangible physical sensations. Touch items around you and describe their texture, temperature, and weight. Taste a piece of candy or sip a drink and focus on the flavors and sensations. Mental Grounding Techniques: Reality Check : Remind yourself of your current location and date. Look around and name out loud several objects you can see. Positive Affirmations: Repeat calming and reassuring statements to yourself, such as "I am safe now," or "I am in control of my feelings." Emotional Grounding Techniques: Visualize a Safe Place: Imagine a place where you feel completely safe and peaceful. Picture yourself there, and visualize calming details like the sounds and sights of this place. Reflect on Positive Outcomes: T hink about positive aspects of having completed the session. Acknowledge your strength in facing difficult emotions. Combination Techniques: Stretching or Walking: Engage in light physical activity like stretching or walking around the room. This helps release any physical tension and reinforces the connection to your body. Connect with Nature: If possible, step outside for a few minutes. Fresh air and natural surroundings can be incredibly grounding.

That’s it! Well done on completing the butterfly hug protocol. This is meant to be learned and used often.