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Self Bilateral Stimulation
Tap thighs alternately (right, left) 30 sec — soothes small trauma.
Goal
Apply EMDR principles solo for hard emotion soothing.
Steps
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Sit. Hands on thighs.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
Emotion intensity drops.
Evidence base
School: EMDR-derivative
Founders: Francine Shapiro (1987)
EMDR principle.
Contraindications: Doesn't replace full EMDR for trauma.
Keywords
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Self Bilateral Stimulation" take?
This exercise takes about 5 minutes, practiced solo in a Somatic format.
When will I notice the effect of "Self Bilateral Stimulation"?
Emotion intensity drops. In the short term: Use as pocket tool.
Is "Self Bilateral Stimulation" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on EMDR-derivative (Francine Shapiro (1987)). EMDR principle.
Is "Self Bilateral Stimulation" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Beginner. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
Is "Self Bilateral Stimulation" suitable for everyone?
Doesn't replace full EMDR for trauma.
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