Questions about week one

[alex103188]

First off, I have searched through the forums to find a topic similar to mine to avoid asking a question that's already been answered so I apologize if I'm doing just that.

But on with the question!

I've just recently started the MAP energy awareness and stirring/brushing techniques on the thumb and toes and such and I feel like I haven't been very successful with them. I have no problem recreating the brushing sensations on my thumb or toes, and literally feeling it without actual contact. That part actually came easy. What I'm somewhat worried about is that I have yet to feel significant sensations that are stated in the book as signs of successful energy stimulation (Alliteration much? sorry. :] ) . The most significant feeling I have had so far while working on the exercises is a very slight tingling feeling in my toes, and warmth in my thumbs, and it was only one time. Is this really something I shouldn't worry about and continue on with the program? Or should I continue to work on the same week one exercises until I feel full fledged sensations?

[CFTraveler]

Thuffering Thuccotash! Just kidding.

The most significant feeling I have had so far while working on the exercises is a very slight tingling feeling in my toes, and warmth in my thumbs, and it was only one time. Is this really something I shouldn't worry about and continue on with the program? Don't worry, tingling is what you're supposed to feel. In the energy work forum there is a stickied thread entitled "Differing sensations expected in energy work" (or something to that extent) and in it Korpo explains just about any variation of feelings you get- or don't.
Any energy feeling is good, except for 'too strong' energy feeling (like pain) which would indicate problems (from blockages to actual physical problems) but the lack of strong sensation is to be expected. Part of the exercise is to train yourself in subtle awareness, so take what you get and roll with it. However, if you feel you would be helped by staying with it a little longer, that's perfectly ok too, as long as it doesn't become a source of frustration and unmet expectation.
So I'd say give it a week and then move on, not longer unless specified in the exercise in question.