Tapping, which is based on acupuncture concepts, can be very effective in anxiety relief. There are many benefits of EFT. Learn more here.
“What is tapping?” you ask. Based on a blend of ancient Chinese acupressure and contemporary psychology, EFT stands for Emotional Freedom Technique and involves tapping your fingertips on specific energy points on your body while talking through the emotions related to the issue you are experiencing.
1. It is Inexpensive
Tapping therapists are not yet part of the NHS. So, although your EFT tapping solution is not free, it is still a lot less expensive than other forms of therapy. Once you have mastered the technique, you can use it on yourself or others for free – gratis – at no cost whatsoever!
What’s more, because EFT drills down to find the roots of the problem, it can lead to permanent freedom from the issue. Where else will you find a “one-stop-solution” for:
- Stress
- Trauma
- Fears and phobias
- Grief
- Anger
- Anxiety and panic
- Addictions and compulsions
- Physical pain and distress
Ask about a cost-effective package rather than individual sessions for an even better ROI.
2. It Can be Used Anywhere
Although it may look strange, tapping works without any special equipment or outside influence. That means that you can tap into emotional freedom whenever you need to – wherever you are.
This accessibility is one of the top benefits of EFT tapping. Once you know the tapping technique, you can use it before, during, and/or after any challenge you are facing. It is a skill that you retain within yourself.
Of the various tapping points, five are located in your hand. If you cannot excuse yourself to do your EFT and tapping meditation in private, you can focus on these. With your hands under a desk (or even on top of it), you can discreetly tap in public.
3. Anyone Can Do It
Once you know your way around the EFT tapping chart, what to include in the process, and common mistakes to avoid, you no longer have to have outside treatment. Unless, of course, you feel more comfortable being guided by an experienced and certified therapist.
4. There are Fast Results With No Known Side Effects
EFT tapping therapy has been scientifically proven* to work with no known side effects. Well, that is not strictly true. Side effects of EFT include:
- Improved health and physical and mental wellbeing
- Tranquil regulation in your life
- A gratifying life of peace and prosperity
- The ability to handle life’s curveballs with calmness, control, and connection
- Fully realising your potential.
* In-depth data analysis, a number of systematic reviews, and randomised controlled trials (RCTs) have shown significant efficacy in individuals that practise EFT. Thanks to this scientific evidence and more than a hundred peer-reviewed articles, EFT has finally been recognised and published in reputable scientific journals.
5. Less Time-Consuming Than Other Therapies
One proponent of EFT refers to it as “a bio-hack to reduce your stress or anxiety in real-time”. But more than just one person’s opinion, a study of patients with complex PTSD demonstrated that 63% were free of symptoms in ten or fewer EFT tapping sessions.
Part of the reason EFT is less time-consuming is thanks to the process’s two-pronged approach. By combining ancient Eastern medicine with more traditional Western psychotherapies, the improvements have a big impact on your physical and mental health.
Another factor that contributes to the timeline of EFT is that you can do tapping on yourself anywhere, any time. There is no need to carve out a specific time for an appointment, with the travelling time on either end. Once you are comfortable with the technique, you can keep up the positive work in your own time.
6. Puts You In Control Of Your Mental Health
Whether you are tapping for anxiety and depression or tapping for stress, EFT fosters a deeper mind-body connection.
The physical act of tapping the energy centres sends signals to the stress control part of your brain, lowering cortisol levels and your body’s stress response. The EFT setup phrase acknowledges the problem while also accepting yourself despite the issue. This mantra works in two ways. It is a relaxation technique that releases your muscles. It also brings attention to and reduces the negative thought processes and emotions that contribute to psychological and physiological stress.
Don’t take our word for it! Discover the obvious and lesser-known benefits of EFT first-hand by booking an appointment with Pippa or Lucinda.
