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Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
Introduction • EFT is a form of psychological acupressure, based on the same energy meridians used in traditional acupuncture to
treat physical and emotional ailments but without the invasiveness of needles. Instead, simple tapping with the fingertips is used to input kinetic energy onto specific meridians on the head and chest while you think about your specific problem , whether it is a traumatic event, an addiction, pain, etc. as well as voice positive affirmations.
• This combination of tapping the energy meridians and voicing positive affirmation works to clear the "short-‐circuit" or emotional block from your body's bio-‐energy system, thus restoring your mind and body's balance, which is essential for optimal health and the healing of physical disease.
• EFT can be helpful for the following conditions: o Back pain, neck pain, headaches, muscle pain o Running injuries, repetitive stress injuries, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel o Digestive problems, allergies o Sleep problems, anxiety, depression, stress, emotional trauma o Patterns in our lives that are difficult to change o Emotional eating, addiction
Technique 1. Identify the issue i.e. neck pain
2. Grade the issue i.e. pain, discomfort, emotion, craving.
3. Tap Karate Chop point to balance the energy in the body and create your affirmation.
• “Even though I have this problem, I deeply and completely love and accept myself.” • Repeat 3-‐4 times or as many times as you feel necessary.
4. Tap points 1-‐8 while you use the reminder phrase. • You may change the reminder phrase to a positive statement after your first round of EFT i.e. “I choose to feel
healthy”, while tapping points 1-‐8.
5. Relax and take a deep breath in an out.
6. Check in with the original problem.
7. Grade the problem now.
8. Repeat the sequence if necessary.
• You may want to change your affirmation and reminder phrase based on changes in symptoms.
• If there is no change:
Affirmation: “Even though I still have my neck pain, I deeply and completely love and accept myself.” Reminder phrase: “Still feel my neck pain.”
• If your symptom moves:
Affirmation: “Even though my neck pain moved to the right side, I deeply and completely love and accept myself.” Reminder phrase: “My neck pain moved to the right.”
• If your symptom improves:
Affirmation: “Even though my neck pain is a 2/10, I deeply and completely love and accept myself.” Reminder phrase: “2/10 neck pain”, “neck is healthy and flexible”
• If the emotion changes: Affirmation: “Even though I now feel anger (previously sadness), I deeply and completely love and accept myself.” Reminder phrase: “Feeling anger now”
Meridians Perceived Negative Emotions Nourishing Emotions Stomach Spleen Pancreas
Over sympathetic, low self esteem
Empathetic, esteemed (worthy), acknowledged, confident, content, sensitive, trusting, hopeful, liberated
Large Intestine Lung
Grief, sadness Flexible, resolved, laughter, happy, integrated, hopeful, anticipation, accepting
Bladder Kidney
Fear, paralyzed will Empowered, fearless, efficient, competent, optioned, reflective, adventurous
Gall Bladder Liver
Anger, resentment Curious, optimistic, decisive, ambitious, admiration, assertive, intentioned, powerful, will
Small Intestine Heart Thyroid, Adrenals Prostate, Testicles Ovaries, Uterus Pituitary
Lost, vulnerable Oriented, invincible, unconditional love, clear, stable, secure, mindful, connected, elated, joyful, passionate affectionate, peaceful, calm, loving, kind, abundant
Spine Conception Vessel
Shame, guilt Self-‐assured, self-‐aware, self-‐pride self-‐trust, standing up for oneself, understanding