Put on headphones and turn on the binaural EMDR music (here's a playlist ). "It immediately starts to soothe your system, because it's just so relaxing," Bernstein says.
"If you're feeling anxious, stressed out, or afraid, tap between your ring finger and your middle finger," she says. "Tap right there on that meaty part of your skin."
While you're tapping, say to yourself: I am safe. I am safe. I am safe. "That's extremely settling to the ...
Spend five minutes a day checking in with the fearful thoughts that are running the show. Notice them. Acknowledge when those fears crop up and call them out.
Take a moment to reflect on what you know about those fears: When do they tend to make their appearance, what's their origin...