🦋 The Butterfly Hug: A Gentle Moment to Reset
The Butterfly Hug: A Gentle Moment to Reset 🦋
When stress builds and your thoughts feel overwhelming, a small moment of comfort may help.
The butterfly hug is a gentle tapping exercise used as a grounding and self-soothing tool in EMDR therapy. Some people find it helps them feel calmer and more present.
Try it yourself:
Sit comfortably with your feet on the floor.
Cross your arms over your chest, resting your fingertips just below the opposite collarbones.
Gently alternate tapping—left, right, left, right—at a slow, comfortable pace.
Breathe naturally and notice the support of the floor beneath your feet.
After a few moments, pause and notice how you feel.
There is no need to force yourself to relax. If tapping increases distress or makes you feel disconnected, stop, lower your hands, and look around the room. This exercise is a coping tool, not a replacement for therapy or a way to process traumatic memories on your own.
You deserve support when life feels overwhelming. Connect with Pacific MFT Network at www.pacificmft.com or 310-612-2998 to explore therapy options.
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