Tapping Exercise

 

Tapping Your Way to Calm: A Guide to Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)

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Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), often referred to as "tapping" is a powerful tool for managing stress, anxiety, and other emotional challenges that combines ancient Chinese acupressure with modern psychology.  Think of it as acupuncture without the needles.  By tapping on specific points on your body while focusing on a particular issue, you can help calm your nervous system and regain a sense of balance.

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How Does EFT Work?

 

The theory behind tapping is that negative emotions or physical pain can be linked to a disruption in our body's energy system.  By tapping on these meridian points, we can help restore that balance.  It's like resetting a circuit breaker.  While it may sound a little unusual, thousands of people have found it to be incredibly effective for everything from anxiety and phobias to chronic pain and cravings.

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A Step-by-Step Guide to EFT

 

​Ready to give it a shot?  Click HERE for a basic routine you can follow.

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Tips for Effective EFT

• Be Specific: The more specific you are about your issue, the more effective EFT will be.

• Reassess: After you've completed the sequence, take a deep breath and gently check in with yourself.  Rate the intensity of your original feeling on that 0 to 10 scale again.  Many people find the number has gone down, even if just a little.  If it hasn't, that's okay!  Just do another round of tapping. 

• Practice Regularly: Consistent practice can help you develop a deeper understanding of EFT and its benefits.

• Don't Be Afraid to Experiment: Feel free to adjust the tapping sequence and affirmations to suit your needs.

• Seek Professional Guidance: If you're dealing with severe emotional issues, consider consulting with a mental health professional.

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​EFT tapping is a simple, accessible tool that you can use anytime, anywhere.  It's not a magic cure-all, but it can be a powerful way to manage everyday stress, calm your mind, and find a sense of peace.  By using it with patience and self-compassion, you can help create moments of calm and peace, one tap at a time.

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"Every feeling is a field of energy.  A pleasant feeling is an energy which can nourish.  Irritation is a feeling which can destroy.  Under the light of awareness, the energy of irritation can be transformed into an energy which nourishes."

- Thich Nhat Hanh