This website is a self-guided introduction to a specific way to do Flash* approaches to quickly resolve difficult memories one memory or experience at a time. This approach is a way to process memories with minimal distress. If you encounter distress in any part of this work, immediately stop and deal with the distress using the resources introduced below. This healing pathway involves steps and procedures that are not intuitive. Do the preparation work below to increase the chance of having a positive experience. The authors of this website are not responsible for any potential harm you may encounter from the use or misuse of this tool.
Prepare to Work on a Memory
- Start Here -> Prepare to Work on a Memory (video 1:27 min)
- Required Resource: Container (video 5:42 min)
- Required Resource: Calm Scene/Calm Process (video 2:17 min)
- Required Resource: Sensory Grounding (video 3:57 min)
- Required Resource: ShopVac (video 4:25 min)
Rehearsal
- A Walk-Through, So You Know What to Expect (video 7:36 min)
- Managing the Technology and Logistics (text)
Work on an Individual Bad Memory
- Step A: Starting Up the Calm Scene
- Step B: Quickly Selecting the Memory to Work On
- Step C: Starting the Activate-Container / Calm Scene-Blinks Loop
- Step D: Walk Through Each Frame of the Bad Memory to Clear out Residue
- Step E: Working on Future Events (optional)
Downloadable Express MP3’s for Experienced Users
Debrief
- Taking Care of Yourself While and After Doing this Work
- Understanding What is Happening in This Version of Memory Resolution
Feedback
*Attribution: The Flash Technique is an approach developed by Philip Manfield. This site is not affiliated with anyone or endorsed by anyone other than its authors. If you are a therapist and would like to learn more about the Four Blinks Version of Flash that this site is built upon, see: FourBlinks.com.