EFT/Tapping: Unlock Emotional Freedom
EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), also known as Tapping, is a powerful self-help tool that helps release emotional blocks, reduce stress, and transform limiting beliefs. By tapping on specific meridian points while focusing on an issue, you can restore balance and well-being.
How EFT Works
Meridians are energy pathways in the body. By tapping on these points, you stimulate the body’s energy system, helping to release negative emotions and create a sense of calm. EFT is backed by scientific research and has been used for issues such as:
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Anxiety and stress
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Fears and phobias
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Emotional healing
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Pain management
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Confidence building
Meridian Points Used in Tapping
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Main Points: Karate Chop, Top of Head, Eyebrow, Side of Eye, Under Eye, Under Nose, Chin, Collarbone, Under Arm
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Hand Points: Side of each fingernail
How to Tap
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Identify the Issue: What do you want to work on?
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Rate the Intensity: Scale from 0-10. ) being no stress and 10 extremely stressful.
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Choose a Tapping Script: Or create your own
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Begin Tapping: Start with the Karate Chop point and repeat your setup statement three times. This is the only time you will be tapping on this point.
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Continue Tapping:Â Move through the eight-point sequence using reminder phrases
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Breathe & Reassess: Take a deep breath and re-rate your intensity
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Repeat as Needed: Continue tapping until the intensity lowers
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Tips for Effective Tapping
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If you prefer, you can use just one point for discretion
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Tap with one or both hands—whatever feels natural
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Shift from acknowledging the problem to affirming a positive outcome