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