How to Firewalk

Over the last 30 years, fire walking has left the realm of the mystical and become an endurance challenge for people the world over. Using hypnosis and mind-over-matter techniques, anybody who wants to is able to walk over fiery coals without getting burnt or feeling immense pain. Follow the steps below to achieve this amazing human feat.

Difficulty:

Challenging

Instructions

1. Use the Internet to find and contact the nearest fire-walking facilities or provider to book your firewalk. Check that the provider is certified and get the total cost of the event up front. Firewalks often include motivational speaking with instruction at an additional fee.

2. Arrive early and suitably dressed for your firewalk. Dress casually in shorts or pants that roll up. Bring a sweater of jacket in case you are cold after the firewalk.

3. Relax using breathing techniques and/or meditation. Focus your mind on being relaxed, slow your heartbeat as much as possible and take the time to physically and visually relax every muscle in your body. Your instructor will provide you with other techniques and tricks to calm your mind.

4. Choose an anchor or mantra that works for you. A person must remain focused and in a positive frame of mind while walking across the coals to avoid panic. "I can," "peace," and "cool, wet grass," are some proven mantras.

5. Practice your mantra and pace of walk before the actual firewalk. Going through the motions, even on a carpet or concrete, will help soothe and calm your mind before the big event.

6. Firewalk. Take a deep breath and step lightly onto the coals, taking as many steps as you can before the sensation becomes uncomfortable. Concentrate on repeating your mantra, not on the coals beneath your feet.

7. Dip feet in cold water immediately after firewalking to remove heat sensation and debris. Feel good about taking on such a challenge.

Tips & Warnings

• Practice techniques in the presence of certified professionals. Attempting this alone could result in bodily injury.