How To Do EFT Tapping

EFT – The Basics

The setup affirmation:

An acknowledgement of the problem and an acceptance of the self with this problem. Sometimes our subconscious does not want to let the problem go since we may be benefiting from it. The affirmation helps get past subconscious resistances to letting the problem go.

“Even though I have this problem I deeply and completely accept myself”

The reminder phrase: Helps maintain focus on the issue being treated.

“This problem” “I deeply and completely accept myself”

Procedure:

• Identify the problem and measure its intensity from 0-10

• Create a set-up and reminder phrase that is specific and accurately describes the problem

• Repeat set-up phrase 3 times while rubbing the sore spot or tapping the Karate Chop (KC) point

• Repeat reminder phrase while tapping on each of the following points:


• TH : Top of the Head
• EB : Eyebrow
• SE : Side of the Eye
• UE : Under the Eye
• UN : Under the Nose
• Ch : Chin
• CB : Collar Bone
• UA : Under the Arm

• Check intensity level

• Repeat if necessary. Adjust the setup phrase and reminder phrase to reflect the fact that you are addressing the "remaining" problem. Setup affirmation: "Even though I still have some sadness, I completely accept myself". Reminder phrase: "Remaining sadness".

• Ensure all emotional charge has gone and intensity is rated at 0.

• Drink lots of water to flush out any physical aspects of your emotions that may be there as debris. You may find yourself more thirsty after EFT.

Tapping Tips

• You can use either hand, or both hands, and tap on either side of the body.

• Use enough pressure when tapping to stimulate the meridians but not enough to hurt yourself. Use the same amount of pressure you would use if you were drumming your fingers on a table.

• Drink water before and after a tapping session. Water is a conductor of energy and can help get your energy flowing. It also helps to flush out an toxins that might be released from the tapping.

• Take a slow deep breath after tapping to help move the energy through your body.

• Yawning during tapping is a sign that you are releasing energy.

• Be persistent. If you're intensity level is not releasing to a 0, keep tapping on the issue. You may need to use different wording, or there may be other aspects to address.

• Connect to your feelings. Be aware of your response to the thought or event you are thinking about.

• Be Specific. Rather than using general statements, try to focus on specific incidents. Or if it is pain in the body, describe the pain. Where is it?

• Tune in to your emotions. Say your statements and reminder phrases as though you mean them.

• If you're not making progress on an issue and you seem to be stuck, shout out the words. Really put emphasis on them and give them some ummph! Use swear words if you feel it will emphasize the feelings you are experiencing.

• If you are in a situation where you want to tap, but you're around other people and it does not feel appropriate to start tapping on yourself and repeating phrases, you can tap mentally. Simply imagine tapping on yourself for the current issue.

• Sometimes it might be necessary to change physical position, such as from sitting to standing, or even move to a different room.

• If an issue is not reducing, try tapping with a friend or relative if you are not able to work with an EFT practitioner. The positive intention and combined energy of two people can sometimes make the difference in releasing stubborn issues or problems.

• Try EFT tapping on everything! It only takes a few minutes and can change your life!