🔥 Activation Phase: Briefly Connecting to Your Session Focus

In the Activation Phase, you’ll briefly bring to mind the event you’ve chosen as your session focus.

This step is about connecting with the emotions and sensations tied to that memory — without needing to relive it deeply.

It’s a short, controlled step that prepares your mind for the healing work ahead.
Remember, there is no right or wrong way to do this — go only as deep as you feel comfortable.

🧭 Step-by-Step Guidance

1. Introduction

The Activation Phase is where you briefly revisit the event you’ve chosen.
You’re not re-living it deeply — just connecting enough to get started.

2. Prepare for Recall

Spend 20–30 seconds recalling the event.
This happens only once during the session.

3. Brief Recall

Imagine being in that moment — what do you see, hear, or feel?
It’s okay if the memory feels jumbled or incomplete.

4. Stay Grounded

Stay grounded in the present moment.
You control how deeply you engage.
There’s no right or wrong way to do this.

🧩 Examples

Alex’s Story
Recalls a moment of being criticized at work, triggering anxiety tied to past experiences of bullying.
Bella’s Story
Reflects on feeling invisible at a family dinner, reigniting feelings of neglect and worthlessness.
Elena’s Story
Remembers the fear and isolation during her childhood, focusing on the physical sensations of the moment.
John’s Story
Visualizes the humiliation of being bullied at school, re-experiencing feelings of judgment and ridicule.

🎯 Objective

The goal of this phase is to briefly connect with the core emotions tied to your trauma.
There’s no need to relive the event in detail.

You are always in control, and this step prepares your mind for the deeper healing work in the next phases.