When you are feeling down in dumps and someone hugs you, you immediately feel better. This occurs because of exchange of human energies and since positive energy can be used to destroy negative energy, you change energy field of person and they will immediately feel better.

All of us have gift of healing in our hands. You instinctively use your hands to heal. When you bang your knee, you automatically put your hand on it. When a child bangs his head against something, you put your hand on his head. You are transmitting healing energy without even knowing it.

Reflexology, which is an ancient form of healing which stimulates energy points in feet, hands and body, is one modality that effectively transmits healing energy.

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Weakness or Tingling in Extremities When a stressful situation occurs, body responds with a number of physical symptoms. Anxiety causes changes in circulation, blood oxygen and blood carbon dioxide levels, and muscle tension. This combination of physical changes can cause a feeling of weakness in extremities. When blood carbon dioxide levels are altered, it may accumulate in extremities, causing a tingling sensation. Light exercise may help to alleviate these anxiety symptoms.

Sleep Disorders Insomnia, difficulty staying asleep, and recurrent nightmares are common yet distressing symptoms of anxiety. It is important to try to maintain a regular sleeping schedule and to practice relaxation and breathing techniques to attain a better night's sleep.

Heart Palpitations When body is faced with a stressful situation, adrenaline is released to prepare for a physical response. This chemical causes heart to race and feel as if it is missing beats (heart palpitations.) Again, this is a common symptom and it is unlikely to lead to any actual cardiovascular distress.

Pale Complexion Anxiety causes blood to be diverted to muscles and away from other areas of body, such as face. When blood vessels in face receive a reduced blood flow, skin appears to lose some of its color, or rosy glow. This symptom of anxiety is not dangerous and will usually dissipate as body's other physical reactions return to normal.

Depression Depression is a common symptom for people who experience anxiety disorders. People who are clinically depressed have a chemical imbalance that may cause or be a side effect of anxiety. You should seek help from a qualified medical professional if you feel a persistent feeling of anxiety.

Headaches Spasmodic muscle contractions and muscle tension can cause discomfort, headaches or even migraines. Tension in muscles that surround skull may make you feel as though you have a tight band wrapped around your head. Also, reduced blood flow to head and brain can cause pain in eyes, face, and jaw.

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