Gain Emotional Freedom by Tapping Yourself into Wellness- The Incredible Benefits of EFT

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So, you’ve come to a point in your life where the idea of ‘tapping’ to overcome stress, has piqued your interest, but you don’t need any fancy tap shoes to give it a go. The ‘tapping’ we’re talking about here is the holistic approach of the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) that can enhance your emotional, mental and physical well-being. It might just be the answer you’ve been seeking to help you calm the chaos within. Keep reading to discover the fascinating world of EFT tapping and its benefits in helping you achieve balance and harmony throughout your life.

Using EFT can relieve stress, heal your heart, and take back control of your mind.

What is EFT Tapping?

EFT tapping, also known as simply tapping, or emotional needleless acupuncture, is a powerful mind-body technique that incorporates elements of Traditional Chinese Medicine, psychology, energy psychology and neurolinguistic programming (NLP). The practice involves gently tapping on specific acupressure points on the body while focusing on thoughts, emotions, or physical sensations, that you want to face and heal. EFT gently works at clearing issues at their core and taps into your authentic self.

According to Sonya Sophia from The World Tapping Circle, “Tapping turns on neuropeptides in your brain which boost mood, increase immunity and enhance mental cognition. EFT rewires your brain and helps your body recover…giving you more inner strength and resiliency…”

Tapping teaches your nervous system to process your emotions and trauma, allowing your life to flow in the direction you desire. There are decades worth of evidence-based research behind EFT, which addresses the benefits of EFT in areas such as anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, panic, phobias, abuse, and aspects of physical injuries and chronic pain, as mentioned by Sonya Sophia's -The World Tapping Circle.

EFT tapping can also help remove financial blocks, improve self-esteem issues and heal relationship dynamics. Sounds pretty good so far, right?

How Does EFT Tapping Work?

EFT tapping works by stimulating the body’s energy meridian points, which according to TCM, is believed to be connected to the body’s energy system. By tapping on these points while focusing on specific issues, such as painful emotions or physical discomforts, EFT facilitates a release of energy blockages and works at restoring balance in the body and mind, fostering emotional resilience, self-empowerment and the ability to self-regulate your emotions and nervous system.

Benefits of EFT Tapping

Okay, let’s explore some of these incredible benefits of EFT tapping that you can incorporate into your life to improve your emotional, mental, and physical well-being.

Stress Reduction and Relaxation

If you are seeking a routine for stress reduction and an easy-to-implement relaxation technique, tapping just might be your new go-to technique at home, or for that five-minute toilet break at work. One of the immediate benefits of EFT is its ability to tone down the stress response and induce a state of relaxation.

EFT tapping’s magic works on specific acupressure points, to calm your nervous system and release tension stored in your body. It can also help you feel more centred. I’ve often resorted to a quick round of tapping during challenging situations to help me feel more grounded and back in control.

Emotional Regulation and Resilience

Emotions, argh who needs them right? Unfortunately, if you are a human, they are going to show up whether you like them to or not. Having a set of effective emotional regulation skills to add to your toolkit, might be the next best thing to accomplish on your to-do list. My go-to techniques are Therapeutic Journaling and EFT tapping.

Take a moment to pause and focus inwards on your internal state. If you’re noticing any anxiety, fear, anger, or sadness, tapping could help you process and release these emotions in a healthy way. By tapping on acupressure points while focusing on the emotion, you can reduce its intensity and create a sense of emotional balance and resilience.

Relief from Physical Symptoms

In addition to EFT’s emotional benefits, tapping has also been known to provide relief from physical symptoms and discomfort. Some of the physical benefits reported include alleviating headaches, chronic pain, digestive issues and other physical ailments. By addressing the underlying emotional factors contributing to these symptoms, tapping helps to restore harmony to the body and promote healing.

(Disclaimer: individual results may vary and always seek the guidance of a licensed professional).

Increased Energy and Vitality

In today's fast-paced world, maintaining high levels of energy and vitality can be a challenge. EFT tapping can help boost your energy levels and enhance your overall sense of vitality. By releasing energy blockages and restoring balance to the body’s energy system, tapping helps to improve circulation, optimise cellular function and promote a sense of overall well-being. Think of energy blockages as a heavy backpack that you have to carry around wherever you go. Now, imagine feeling drained and weighed down by the pack. Then, you whip out your tapping fingers for a round and feel the relief of the pack's weight dropping from your shoulders. Take a deep breath and feel the energy returning to your system.

Improved Self-Confidence and Empowerment

Another powerful EFT benefit is its ability to ramp up your self-confidence and tap into your sense of empowerment. Tapping on acupressure points while focusing on limiting beliefs or negative self-talk, can reprogram your subconscious mind for success and abundance. Since embracing the benefits of EFT, I find it easier to let go of self-doubt, which helps me embrace my confidence with courage.

How to Get Started with EFT Tapping

OK, so you’ve had a read-through, and you’ve formed an opinion about the merits of EFT tapping and you’re ready to take it further…here is a quick rundown of how a tapping session might go.

Step 1: Identify the Issue

To begin, you’ll need to be clear about a specific issue or emotion you’d like to address. This could be anything from stress and anxiety to a physical symptom or a limiting belief.

Step 2: Rate the Intensity

On a scale of 0-10, rate the intensity of the issue you’re experiencing. This will help you track your progress as you tap.

Step 3: Create a Setup Statement

Create a ‘setup statement’ that acknowledges the issue you’re facing while affirming your self-acceptance and willingness to change. For example, “Even though I feel anxious about…insert an issue…I deeply and completely accept myself.’

Step 4: Tap on the Acupressure Points

Generally using the index and middle fingers of your dominant hand, tap on the following acupressure points while repeating your setup statement.

· Top of head

· Eyebrow

· Side of the eye

· Under the eye

· Under the nose

· On the chin

· On the collarbone

· Under the arm

· Karate chop point on the side
of the hand

Step 5: Repeat and Reflect

Continue tapping on each point while repeating your setup statement or affirmation. After several rounds of tapping, take a moment to check in with yourself and notice any shifts in how you feel. Using the 0-10 scale, assess where you are sitting at after a few rounds of tapping. Repeat the process if you still rate high on the scale, until the intensity of the issue has subsided.

Final Thoughts

EFT tapping might just be your next best-kept secret to that glowing smile.

EFT tapping is a simple yet powerful technique for enhancing your emotional, mental and physical well-being.

By ‘tapping’ into the body’s energy system and addressing underlying emotional factors, a greater balance, resilience and vitality can be achieved.

Whether you’re looking to reduce stress, regulate your emotions, or alleviate physical symptoms, tapping offers a safe, effective and empowering way to support your overall health and well-being.

Are you ready to try to tap your way into a healthier and happier you?

Happy Tapping 😊

Starlah Rose

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