EFT Tapping for Anxiety: A Revolutionary Healing Technique

What is EFT Tapping?

EFT tapping, also known as Emotional Freedom Technique, is a technique that involves tapping on specific points on the body while focusing on a particular issue or problem. The tapping helps to release negative emotions and energy blockages, which can contribute to physical and emotional pain.

How Does EFT Tapping Work for Anxiety?

Perform EFT Tapping for anxiety is a gentle and simple process that can be done anywhere and anytime. Here are steps to follow:

1. Identify the anxiety or worry that you want to work on. 

2. Rate the intensity of your anxiety or worry on a scale of 0 to 10, with 10 being the highest level of intensity.

3. Create a setup statement by combining an affirmation with your identified anxiety or worry. For example, “Even though I feel anxious about my presentation tomorrow, I deeply and completely accept myself.”

4. Tap on the side of the hand point while repeating your setup statement three times.

5. Then, tap on the following points while repeating a reminder phrase that describes your anxiety or worry:

• Eyebrow point: Tap on the inside of your eyebrows near the bridge of your nose.
• Side of the eye: Tap on the bone just outside your eye, near your temple.
• Under the eye: Tap on the bone just under your eye, in line with the pupil.
• Under the nose: Tap on the area between your nose and upper lip.
• Chin point: Tap on the crease between your lower lip and chin.
• Collarbone point: Tap on the bone just below your collarbone, near the center of your chest.
• Underarm point: Tap on the side of your body, about 4 inches below your armpit.

6. After tapping on all the points, take a deep breath and rate the intensity of your anxiety or worry again. If it’s still high, you can repeat the process, starting with the side of the hand point, using the same setup statement or modifying it to fit your current feelings.

7. Once you’ve reduced the intensity of your anxiety or worry to a comfortable level, you can finish the tapping by tapping on the top of your head, taking a deep breath, and releasing the worry or anxiety.

When working on these types of emotions, it is important to have the support of a Certified EFT Practitioner who can gently and safely guide you through this process to help support you and your nervous system. If you’re experiencing severe or persistent anxiety, it’s essential to seek the help of a trained medical  professional.

Benefits of EFT Tapping for Anxiety

1. Reduces stress and anxiety: By tapping on specific points, the body’s stress response can reduce, promoting relaxation and reducing feelings of anxiety.
2. Promotes emotional regulation: Helps to regulate emotions by reducing negative emotions such as fear, worry, and panic and promoting positive emotions such as calmness and confidence.
3. Helps identify and address underlying issues: EFT Tapping can help Identify and address underlying issues contributing to their anxiety, such as past traumas or negative beliefs about themselves.
4. Improves self-awareness: EFT Tapping can help individuals become more aware of their thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations, allowing them to manage their reactions to stressful situations better.
5. Provides a sense of control: EFT tapping can give individuals a sense of control over their anxiety, allowing them to manage their symptoms actively.
6. Can be done anywhere: EFT tapping can be done anywhere and at any time, making it a convenient tool for managing anxiety on the go.

Research on using EFT Tapping to resolve anxiety
(2020). EFT as a tool to resolve anxiety: A case study approach. International Journal of Psycho-Social Research (IJPSR), 9(Citation (APA style): Pandey, N. 

In Summary…

EFT Tapping has been shown to be an effective technique for reducing symptoms of anxiety. While the scientific evidence for EFT Tapping is still emerging, many studies have suggested that it helps to reduce anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms.

EFT Tapping is based on the principles of acupuncture and involves tapping on specific points on the body to help release negative emotions and promote relaxation. By tapping on these points, helps to rebalance the body’s energy system and reduce the amygdala activation, a part of the brain involved in the stress response. When the brain starts to calm down, the nervous system also returns to a calm and regulated space. The symptoms of anxiety, stress or depression will lower and allow us to be able to think more clearly and be able to take more actionable steps. 

EFT Tapping is an evidence-based technique that aids in managing anxiety, and individuals experiencing severe or persistent anxiety should seek the help of a trained medical professional.