Four Elements For Stress Reduction

The Four Elements practice can help reduce the effects of chronic stress on the body. We can take an active role in helping our bodies recover even in the midst of very stressful life circumstances. The harmful impact on our bodies from chronic stress can be reduced by taking time for self-care and strategies that communicate a sense of safety, calm, and peace. This practice is described by Dr. Francine Shapiro in her self-help EMDR therapy book "Getting Past Your Past."