Hi SarahC,

You can use the sword fingers on yourself. When I first tried it, it was so easy I thought, it can't have actually worked. After several successes, I think I've finally convinced myself. You don't need a lot of practice to make sword fingers work either. At least for most aches and pains. Also, within the last month Shawn described how you can work on yourself using a mirror. That post should only be a few pages back.

As to fat loss. The Spring Forest Qigong center does have a weight loss DVD. It's not listed in the store but you can call for one. The last I knew it was around $20.00.