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EFT Can Bring Positive Change in Your Life

FreedomMore and more people are claiming that Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) has the power to change lives in powerful and positive ways. Many people have stopped relying on the healthcare system and psychologists to solve their ills, and have begun to take responsibility for their own emotional and physical health. More people are turning to energy therapies because they provide effective relief that is simple to apply.

Because it is versatile, powerful, effective and most of all, simple, EFT is one of the best of the energy therapies, and is gaining a lot of attention. One of its most intriguing attributes is that it is so versatile, because it can profoundly address so many physical and emotional problems. It can even be used in business situations for addressing general problem-solving. It works by changing the energy systems flowing through the body as it utilizes the focus of the mind toward addressing the issue at hand.

We know that how we think has a direct connection to our well-being. When we engage in negative thinking or allow ourselves to dwell in the low energies of anger, fear, doubt, hate, etc., that kind of thinking affects our body chemistry in subtle and not-so-subtle ways and affects the normal flow of energy throughout the body. Disruptions of energy flow to the body’s overall energy system, if allowed to continue for long periods of time, lead to physical and/or emotional ailments. Alternatively, thinking positive thoughts raises the general energy levels of the body and allows the free flowing of healing energy within the body.

How does EFT work? Without the use of needles as in acupuncture, EFT uses a similar form of tapping on the energy systems of the body at various meridian points of the head, face and body. At the same time as we are tapping on the meridian points, we say aloud a phrase that is an affirmation relating to the issue being addressed. The simple process of tapping at the meridian points starts a releasing of the negativity, allowing the energy to flow freely once more.

Amazingly, the process takes effect very quickly. It only takes one minute to go through one round of tapping. One round involves tapping on each of the various points in the sequence. Depending on how deeply ingrained the symptoms are, we usually allow about three to five rounds of tapping and saying affirmations at the same time. It only takes this short amount of time for you to feel a definite raising of energy levels. If combined with some breathing techniques, the effect can even be more powerful, especially for issues of anxiety or phobias.

EFT can be an excellent tool in working with children. Since children inherently have fewer inhibitions than adults, they readily take to EFT’s offbeat process and the creativity that EFT affords. You will find they tend to bring humor into the picture, and humor always seems to make the healing process go easier and more rapid. It is always good to adopt a more lighthearted approach when using EFT. It helps not to take yourself and your issues too seriously. Laughter can facilitate the healing process by defusing old issues.

With its marvelous versatility, after mastering the basics, it is useful for letting go of all sorts of negative emotions. You will be able to get relief from physical symptoms and make positive changes in just about all areas of your life. It can be used to increase the speed of attaining goals, such as manifesting more money, implementing a healthier lifestyle, and making improvements in your relationships, among many other uses.

For rapid life improvement in so many different areas, don’t pass EFT by. You could be passing up great potential for enriching your life in areas you have scarcely imagined.

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Your EFT Tapping Practice Daily

Emotional Freedom TechniqueJust about any skill that you want to learn to do takes regular practice. We understand that and don’t question it. For our emotional health, it’s the same way. Even small practices that are done routinely over a long period of time add up and give us a good outcome–the outcome we are hoping for.

What does it mean to get into the routine of a practice? It means doing that routine on a regular basis, ideally at the same time every day, and sticking to it, no matter what the resistance or distractions or whatever else comes up to get us off track. We make the commitment because we get the results we desire. It is a way of fighting against complacency, against habitual old and outdated emotions, attitudes and beliefs, and old behaviors that do not serve us in the long run.

There are lots of practices you can find to do that are of great benefit and that will improve your life. Meditation is one, of course, but one of the best, and sadly, probably passed over too frequently, is getting into a Tapping practice, a regular routine of tapping. Anytime you perform a round of tapping will be of benefit, but it is best if you use tapping on a consistent basis. Unfortunately, like so many things that are good for us, when we are not in the habit of doing them, when an emergency occurs and the practice is needed the most, we forget about using it. We just don’t think of it.

Of course it’s a good idea to tap whenever a situation arises, but it is even better to set your intention and make it something you do regularly. A daily practice is best, and more frequently when you are ill. You decide what time of day is most convenient for you. Some people prefer early in the morning; for others, in the evening or just before bed works best. You also decide how long the duration should be for you. It is best to choose a time and duration that will be easy to keep up with on a continual basis, so you can succeed with your intention.

A good plan is to set up a chart showing the days of the week that you are committed to your practice. Again, daily is best for the most progress, but choose whatever is realistic for you. Check off each session after completing it. If you fail to do this, you can end up skipping several days before you even realize you’ve fallen off the program. Seeing those empty boxes not checked off will serve as your reminder to stay with it.

There can still be resistance, even if you have your intention set, you love the idea, and you are fully aware of the benefits. Even the most ardent tappers still succumb to occasional missed sessions because they didn’t have the time or forgot or couldn’t think of what to tap on. It is crucial when this happens not to go beating yourself up!

Understand that the part that has failed to keep up with the practice is the part that needs the most love and support. Some part of you may be harboring feelings of unworthiness or wanting to punish yourself by not doing the nurturing thing. Tapping is a way to give self-love. By tapping, we are giving care and nurturing to ourselves, tending to our emotional health and well-being, and honoring ourselves. At these times, instead of judging yourself, bring the message of love.

What is it we all want? To feel loved and accepted, to know we are loving and accepting individuals. We all seek happiness, fulfillment and peace. By committing to a regular practice of tapping, you will bring to yourself that continuous stream of acceptance and love. The deep, profoundly transformative healing that your soul yearns for will be yours.

 

References:

http://www.thetappingsolution.com/eft-articles/the-power-of-a-tapping-practice/

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Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Through The Chakras Book Review

EFT ChakrasIntroduction

Michael Hetherington earned his Bachelor of Health Sciences degree from Charles Sturt University, in Bathurst, New South Wales. He is a Licensed Acupuncturist, receiving his Advanced level of certification from the Australian Institute of Applied Sciences. Continuing his focus on healing, Hetherington became certified as a Level 2 yoga teacher at the Byron Yoga Centre, also in New South Wales. He has 500+ hours of yoga teaching under his belt, as well as a Diploma in Chinese Remedial Massage (Tui Na).

Besides authoring Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Through The Chakras, the versatile and widely educated naturopath and alternative medicine devotee has written 37 other books, including the following:

  • The Art of Self Muscle Testing
  • The Art of Self Adjusting
  • Cranial Relaxation Technique – a Simple Technique to Calm the Mind, Nourish the Eyes and Balance the Nervous System
  • Developing Your Intuition
  • How to Do Restorative Yoga
  • You Can Ask the Universe Anything
  • Getting Grounded
  • 15 Sure Signs That You Are on the Right Path
  • The Complete Book of Oriental Yoga
  • Losing Weight Without Dieting

Suffering from painful migraine headaches in his early 20s, as well as chronic lower back pain, Hetherington was frequently depressed. He had always had an attraction and interest in Eastern philosophy. It was this way of thinking that led him to learn about yoga, Oriental medicine and remedial massage at a young age. By practicing meditation, relaxation and yoga, he eventually overcame his chronic pains and depression. He is a practitioner, believer and teacher in EFT and chakra energy psychology, and enjoys drinking tea, reading, and spending time in nature.

The Idea

The idea of wheels of energy (chakras, usually 7 in number) located along a vertical line in your body is nothing new. The chakra system is thought to be developed developed between 1,500 and 500 BC in India. It is believed that the chakras are an integral part of your subtle body. They are not physical body parts which can be identified, and are rather meeting points of energy channels. Your life force and vital energy moves through these channels.

EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) is a phrase used to identify an alternative healing method that involves tapping at particular points on your body to balance your energy flow. It is based on Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP), energy medicine, Thought Field Therapy (TFT) and acupuncture. By lightly and repetitively tapping your fingertips on certain energy meridians, you unblock blocked energy, and the result is health and well-being.

Traditional EFT centers around tapping energy meridians located on your face, the outside of your chest and the top of your head. Your chakras are located and aligned in a vertical line, running up your spine and through the top of your head. The idea behind Hetherington’s Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Through The Chakras is to use EFT tapping techniques along your chakra system to receive a much deeper healing experience than is realized using either of these systems separately.

How the Book Is Laid Out

This book is available in paperback and as an Amazon Kindle digital download. This review covers the 2d Edition of the 66 page Kindle book, which has been expanded and updated.

After a typical Table of Contents you come to an Introduction. It is here that you learn there are 3 basic levels, or dimensions, of the human body – the physical, the mental/emotional, and the spiritual. When your life force energy becomes imbalanced, you suffer from poor health in one or more of your 3 human dimensions. Through an EFT application to your 7 chakras, health is restored.

In the 1st chapter, titled What Is EFT, this relatively New Age alternative healing technique is defined:

“EFT is a simple method that involves tapping and

stimulating acupuncture points around the head and

upper torso with your fingertips, while bringing to mind

and voicing an issue or problem of concern.”

ting these pools of energy you distribute your life force energy properly throughout your body. These acupuncture points are called “meridians” in ancient Chinese medicine, and “nadis” by the yogas of India.

You learn that since modern medicine has not identified the exact, anatomical locations of these energy meridians, many scientists and doctors consider energy healing as ineffective, inconclusive, and some even call the practice “snake oil” medicine. However, significant and respected modern institutions of medicine are turning to EFT and other energy healing methods as complementary therapies.

Chapter 2 is titled How Often Should I Practice. It explains when and why EFT should be performed, and how frequently, for the most benefits. You are also introduced to your 7 chakras, their locations, and the physical, mental and spiritual parts of your body they are related to.

Chapter 3 gets you started with The Method that combines EFT tapping with your chakra system. This includes the setup, where you accept your current state of being. You move to a positive re-framing, where you use affirmations of “being” statements rather than “thinking” statements. You are then taught the exact tapping sequence, and tapping locations on your body, that lead to overall health and wellness.

In chapters 4 through 6 you get a more in-depth review of your chakras, how EFT tapping can balance your energy, tips on the technique, and Other Methods to Support the Chakras (such as yoga).

These chapters include the following information concerning each of your chakras:

  • The chakra name and physical location on your body
  • The emotions that each chakra support or influence
  • The general and specific muscle groups related to each chakra
  • Current truths to acknowledge and accept
  • A setup statement (that you can customize for your own experience)
  • Affirmation statements
  • Positive re-framing advice, new empowering truths

The 7 chakras identified by most Ayurvedic and Indian energy healing methods are:

  • The Crown Chakra
  • Third Eye Chakra
  • Throw Chakra
  • Heart Chakra
  • Solar Plexus Chakra
  • Sacral Chakra
  • Base Chakra

The book closes with a short Conclusion, followed by a list of other books and resources offered by the author.

Who Benefits from Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Through The Chakras?

Does feeling “out of sorts”, “out of sync”, “out of whack”, “out of touch” or “incomplete” sound familiar? Are you constantly sick? Do you suffer from chronic pain? Do you have a hard time keeping your emotions in check? Is there some physical, emotional, spiritual or mental health problem you have tried and tried to heal, to no avail? If you have answered yes to any of the above questions, then Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Through The Chakras may have what you have been looking for.

The book combines two effective alternative healing techniques. Both of these Complementary Alternative Medicinal (CAM) approaches are sometimes prescribed by traditional doctors and health care providers as part of a treatment program for physical and mental health issues. The author, a knowledgeable practitioner and teacher of alternative healing methods, shows you how to use a simple tapping technique on your chakra system to balance your emotions and energy.

This has been effective for alleviating health problems of the body and mind. It also balances your mind/body/spirit connection, and allows you to become the “you” that you were intended to be. Young and old have benefited from EFT and chakra work. Whether you have mental or physical issues, spiritual or emotional problems, this inexpensive guide to balancing your life force energy teaches simple self-treatment and self-healing.

 

 

 

 

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How Can Tapping Help PTSD Sufferers?

PTSDEFT Tapping can be of great benefit to veterans or anyone suffering from PTSD, and it easy to learn, can be performed virtually anywhere and doesn’t require any tools or devices. It also does not bring on any side effects and costs nothing if self-administered. It takes mere minutes to learn. Most amazingly, some veterans suffering from even severe PTSD experience relief in days instead of years of conventional talk therapy and drugs, which often furnish very little, if any, progress.

Tapping can bring on recovery from a host of PTSD symptoms, including sleep disturbances and night terrors, mood swings, emotional issues, pain, substance abuse and violent outbursts, to name a few.

One case study focuses on a Vietnam vet named Jon, who for over thirty years was battling severe bouts of PTSD. Jon was able to undergo a transformation that was quite profound, with tapping sessions performed by Nick Ortner, author of The Tapping Solution: A Revolutionary System for Stress-Free Living. Jon participated in a four-day Tapping retreat.

Before the retreat, Jon suffered from diabetes and chronic back pain that was a result of Agent Orange exposure. He had also had three mini-strokes, and he was an emotional wreck. His family life was falling apart. He was racked with guilt over the many Vietnamese he had killed during the war. He became irritable and grouchy; never laughed or smiled. His kids avoided him because of his moods and his unpredictable reactions to ordinary noises within the home.

He would spend weeks and sometimes months over in Vietnam helping the Vietnamese, away from his family, hoping to assuage his guilt over the lives he took there during the war, but no amount of volunteer time helped him reduce his guilt. He also had a phobia of rats brought on from encounters with them in Vietnam.

After his treatment with Tapping at the retreat, he had an amazing recovery, at last liberated from the emotional and physical symptoms of PTSD that had imprisoned him since his 1968 stint in Vietnam. He felt free of the long-time guilt he had been saddled with for so many years. He started to enjoy his home life and his moods lightened, much to his family’s delight. He still returned to Vietnam to volunteer, but for much shorter time periods. His back pain, which had aggravated him for fifteen years, disappeared. Even his rat phobia vanished.

Literally thousands of veterans suffering from PTSD have recovered with the use of Tapping, and Jon’s story is just one of them. The Veterans Stress Project is a drug-free program offered to all veterans, providing EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) coaching. There are on-going clinical trials in which the trial volunteers are given six sessions of EFT free of charge, with excellent and lasting results. The success of this program is evidence that healing is possible without drugs for PTSD victims that have been suffering for many years.

 

References:

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/nick-ortner/eft-tapping_b_1432972.html

http://www.pat-farrell.com/veterans-stress-project.html

http://www.oregon.gov/dhs/vr/ovrs%20inservice/VSP%20Broc.pdf

 

 

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What is EFT – Emotional Freedom Technique?

Emotional Freedom TechniqueYou can think of the Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT, or tapping) as a getting back to basics way of healing yourself. Many people are tired of the idea that you can simply throw medication at a problem to heal it. It seems that every medication your doctor prescribes has some side effect that needs to be treated with more medication.

Natural healing methods like EFT are making a comeback because a lot of people are also concerned about the pharmaceutical/health professionals’ relationship. Doctors and other health care providers are often times given kickbacks and other benefits for suggesting a particular medicine over another. This means that in some cases, the doctor’s pocketbook is taking precedence over providing the best possible care.

EFT is one of several natural healing techniques that is far less invasive than traditional medical treatment. It is extremely effective, requires no shots, doctors or medicine, you can perform it on yourself anywhere at just about any time, and the results for some have been absolutely astounding.

Defining EFT

Emotional Freedom Techniques work on the following premise:

When your body’s natural energy system is disrupted,

blocked or imbalanced, your emotional state is disturbed.

This can lead to mental and physical problems as well as emotional issues, because when your emotional state is unhealthy, your body’s ability to heal itself is reduced.

Tapping resets the natural flow of energy in your body, restoring your immune system and emotions to healthy states. In this way, EFT is a natural healing tool that is globally recognized as an effective treatment for emotional, physical and performance issues.

EFT allows you to tune into the cause of a particular physical, emotional or mental problem in your life. Then, through stimulation of the meridian points where energy flows through your body, physically tapping at those points restores your life force energy to a healthy and natural state.

Remarkably, this self-healing technique can correct a host of poor health conditions.

Thousands of years ago Chinese spiritualists discovered that the human body functions because of a powerful energy which flows through all living things. When you don’t understand why you are feeling grumpy, tired, weak or sick, it is because your energy has been disturbed or blocked.

Tapping is a simple physical process. You lightly tap your fingertip on different parts of your body, and over time, you signal your mind and body that this process is balancing your energy flow. EFT has been proven as an effective healing technique for mental and physical health issues which have not responded positively to other alternative and traditional treatment methods.