FAST can be used to help relieve symptoms associated with mind/body stress.
This is a simple proceedure you can use when stress arises. Simply use specific points on your wrists, the stress points on the forehead and a few deep breaths.
STEP A:
Identify an issue that is bothering you. Place one of your wrists (palm up) into your other hand. Using 3 fingers of your bottom hand, gently contact the 3 pulses that are located on the 'thumb' side of the palm-up wrist. (see figure 1)
STEP B (PART 1)
Place the open hand on your forehead to cover the 2 points related to stress (located halfway between the pupils and hairline). (see figure 2) Then gently breathe in & out a few times while concentrating on the 'feeling' associated with the issue that is bothering you.
STEP B (PART 2)
Switch hands and repeat the above step with the 3 pulses on your other wrist. Continue breathing while still thinking about the same issue.
STEP C
Use FAST as frequently and as long as needed. Taking sprays of NET Remedies #9 and #24 (only available through licensed healthcare practitioners) also helps support the release of associated stress. Take 9–12 sprays, 3× per day.
The Pulse Points used with FAST:
Wrist points: Each element is associated with a feeling or emotion
One of the dynamics used with FAST comes from Acupuncture, where specific pulses are associated with different Elements.
The Elements have been named Fire, Wood, Water, Metal and Earth, and each Element is associated with various emotional / stress responses. Examples:
- Fire can be associated with feeling abandoned or vulnerable
- Wood can be associated with feeling angry or frustrated
- Water can be associated with feeling scared or afraid
- Metal can be associated with feeling sad or unhappy
- Earth can be associated with feeling worried or hopeless
Important Note
FAST is a supportive self-regulation tool and does not replace professional medical care.
Download the FAST Handout
For easy reference, you can download the FAST step-by-step guide below and keep it handy for daily use.