Jealousy in the Belly: Tension Massage
Materials Needed
Feeling
Jealous
How to Do It
Jealousy can manifest as a knot or pit in the stomach. Lie down comfortably and place both hands on your belly. Begin to gently massage your abdomen in circular motions, focusing on areas that feel tense or uncomfortable. As you massage, breathe deeply, imagining that you are dissolving the knots of jealousy and replacing them with warmth and calm.
Why It Works
This exercise directly addresses the common sensation of jealousy in the stomach, using massage to physically soothe and release the tension that builds up in this area.
Guided Practice
Sit comfortably and place your hands on your belly. Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths, feeling the warmth of your hands against your skin. Notice any sensations in your belly—perhaps a tightness or a heaviness. Allow yourself to be present with these feelings, without needing to massage just yet.
Continue sitting comfortably, as you now deepen your focus with a few more breaths. Bring your awareness to your belly, noticing any tension or discomfort that might be present there gently begin to massage your belly in slow, circular motions, applying gentle pressure. Feel the sensation of your hands moving across your skin, perhaps noticing areas that feel tight or tender, or maybe a sense of resistance or ease.
As you continue massaging, imagine that any feelings of jealousy or tension are being released with each movement of your hands. Perhaps you notice a softening in the area, or maybe a sense of relief or release as you continue to massage. Allow yourself to explore these sensations fully, staying with whatever arises. You might also notice images, thoughts, or memories associated with these feelings, allowing them to surface without judgment.
Stay with this practice, focusing on the massage and the sensations in your belly. Consider how this act of self-massage might relate to processing emotions like jealousy, allowing yourself to release or transform them. Notice any insights or realizations that come up as you continue this gentle massage. Perhaps there is a deeper understanding of where these feelings come from, or maybe just a simple awareness of the physical sensations.
When you feel ready, gently stop the massage and let your hands rest on your belly. Take a moment to notice how your body feels now—whether there is a sense of lightness, relaxation, or perhaps something else. Allow yourself to stay with this feeling for a few more breaths, enjoying the sensation of release and calm. When you are ready, gently open your eyes, carrying this sense of awareness and release with you into your day.