A self-care game for computer users.
WHY? - A chance to focus on internal signals, and let go of external signals for a bit. Take a small break from goal-oriented, externally directed actions. Or do it for no good reason.
WHEN? -Take a break from waiting for your computer and let it wait for you. Or go inside yourself while waiting for an audible signal.
WHAT? -If handy, turn away from the computer and look
at a blank wall, or close your eyes.
Let your hands hang at your sides. Let one hand be a very lazy butterfly,
gently flopping at the end of your arm, without lift or effort.
Explore how easily you can let this move, and how clearly you can feel your fingers involved in the beating of the wings. Explore slow and easy and faster and easier.
Pause and notice. Do you feel any differences between the floppy hand and the other?
With the same hand, again explore the lazy butterfly, asking the open question, "What would be easier than that?" Notice any wobbles or waves in your forearm, see if they can spread up and involve your shoulder. Might your shoulder blade want to let go and just cling softly to your upper rib cage as your arm dangles below?
Pause and notice possible differences. If there are differences, you can decide to play with the other hand, or just hang out and notice and see if the feelings spread to the other side.
If you have an area of discomfort, imaginary movements can improve awareness without causing reflex holding or resistance. These are imagined as feelings rather than words. You can start by imagining that the uncomfortable part feels good, and can move as freely as at some earlier time or as freely as on the other side of your body.
MORE? -Ask your body what or where it would enjoy exploring next.
