Learn and demonstrate exercises or techniques which will help you to do each of the following:

RELAX

Lie down, and, beginning at your feet, stretch and relax each set of muscles until you reach the top of your head. Then remember a wonderful time when you felt very relaxed, in as much detail as you can.

CONCENTRATE

Sit in a relaxed position and inhale deeply through your mouth. Then exhale through your mouth and make a long, steady humming sound. Do it again, but make the humming a little longer and smoother. Nine breaths should do it.

RAISE ENERGY

Try clapping, chanting, singing, drumming, dancing, or breathing in light until your whole body is vibrating with power. Whatever you do, it should be rhythmic and sustained.

GROUND EXCESS ENERGY

After you have raised energy and sent it toward a goal, there will be extra which should be released. Try putting your palms flat on the ground and breathing it into the Earth, or putting it in a large stone, or eating something with grains in it.

PROTECT YOURSELF

Imagine yourself within a pentagram of silver-blue light surrounded by a circle. Now envision yourself as your favorite goddess or god. Breathe in energy, feeling more strong, brave, and self-confident with every breath. Do this in any scary situation. Note: This doesn't replace caution and common sense. The best protection is still to avoid dangerous situations, and to BE PREPARED!

HEAL YOURSELF

You might want to find a good book on herbs and learn to use some of them, under the guidance of a knowledgable adult. Chamomile, comfrey, and rose hips are a few helpful ones you can make into healing teas. Also, imagining yourself healed and healthy is useful. Of course, if you do get ill, you still need the help of a qualified healer, and the basics like pure water, good food, sunlight, and lots of rest.

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