Anyone who has done the emotional work I recommend will know that forgiving others authentically is one of the major keys to optimum health.

A few years ago I heard a truth that is appropriate to repeat here: Not forgiving someone is like swallowing poison and expecting the other person to die. The only person you are hurting is yourself. Unfortunately, many of us have serious blocks that limit our ability to forgive at the deeper subconscious, authentic levels. In my experience, bioenergetic techniques are the only ones that effectively address this. Prayer and journaling are two effective examples of bioenergetic techniques.

Along with not forgiving, feelings like anger and stress can also devastate your health. If you are struggling with emotions like these it is imperative that you seek help, as over time, and sometimes even in the short term, these negative feelings can lead to:

• Headaches
• Problems with digestion
• Insomnia
• Increased anxiety
• Depression
• High blood pressure
• Skin problems, such as eczema
• Heart attack
• Stroke

The Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is one method that works remarkably well for dealing with anger, stress or having trouble with forgiveness. You can learn how to perform this technique on yourself by viewing my free EFT report. If your anger or stress is severe, however, you should consult a trained EFT practitioner. You can view Gary Craig's list of EFT Practitioner Referrals to find an EFT therapist who you can work with. You can also use my EFT Series on DVD or VHS as it provides even more in-depth instruction on the EFT technique.

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