{"id":59620,"date":"2021-08-03T18:18:11","date_gmt":"2021-08-03T12:48:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adityabirlacapital.com\/healthinsurance\/active-together\/?p=59620"},"modified":"2026-03-25T12:07:28","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T06:37:28","slug":"what-is-eft-tapping-how-to-get-the-best-results-from-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adityabirlacapital.com\/healthinsurance\/active-together\/2021\/08\/03\/what-is-eft-tapping-how-to-get-the-best-results-from-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Emotional Freedom Technique: EFT Tapping"},"content":{"rendered":"

In this run-of-the-mill life, our health problems often take a backseat, and stress takes over, leading to issues like anxiety, weight gain, neurological disorders and disruption in body functioning. Therefore, addressing them at the grassroots level is the need of the hour. <\/span>EFT tapping<\/span> is a holistic and complementary therapy that offers solutions to these problems.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is EFT tapping?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Emotional Freedom Technique<\/span> (EFT) is an alternative treatment for physical pain and emotional distress. It is a combination of ancient Chinese acupressure and modern psychology, so it is also called energy psychology or psychological acupressure. Those who use this technique believe that tapping the body can bring balance to your energy system and treat pain. Although research is still being done, <\/span>EFT tapping<\/span> has been used to treat <\/span>people with anxiety<\/b><\/a> and those with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).<\/span><\/p>\n

This technique is based on the idea that physical reactions caused by trauma and strong emotions can stay inside the body. EFT Tapping helps you relieve that physical reaction if the trauma and strong emotions resurge. The meridian-based intervention will be stimulated by accessing the energy system through acupressure. This intervention further inhibits the physiological response and sets off the trauma.<\/span><\/p>\n

EFT tapping became popular in the late 1990s through a website published by Garg Craig, which enabled access to all relevant information available to the public. The EFT tapping technique was first discovered by a group of doctors who helped their patients deal with stress, fear, and anxiety by stimulating their acupressure points. This technique was then patented by psychologist Roger Callahan.<\/span><\/p>\n

How does EFT Tapping work?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Like acupuncture, <\/span>EFT tapping<\/span> focuses on the meridian points (sensitive points) \u2014 or energy hot spots \u2014 to restore your body\u2019s energy balance. Restoring this energy balance is believed to relieve symptoms caused by a negative experience or emotion.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Based on Chinese medicine, meridian points are areas of the body through which energy flows. These pathways help balance energy flow to maintain your health. Any imbalance can result in disease or illness.<\/span><\/p>\n

Acupuncture uses needles to apply pressure to these energy points. EFT uses fingertip tapping to apply pressure.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

EFT tapping<\/span> helps to bring people\u2019s attention to their physical health and breathing. It is also beneficial for distraction from anxiety or stress-causing issues.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, to address specific issues, <\/span>EFT tapping<\/span> can be performed on an individual level by following the 5 steps below, as suggested by Capanna-Hodge:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Think about one problem at a time and focus on it.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. On a scale of 0 to 10, rank the intensity at which the duration of your EFT session will be determined.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Follow the sequence of the nine <\/span>EFT Tapping Points<\/span> as described in the Sequence section below.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Repeat this general setup phrase as you go through the tapping rounds: “Even though I have this [fear or problem], I accept myself deeply and completely.”<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Rank the intensity on a scale of 0 to 10 and take the test again. You can continue until your level is 3 or lower.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Although self-treatment with EFT tapping can be effective for some people to feel better, it is also essential to seek professional help for both your physical and emotional problems. It is advisable to consult a doctor before considering using EFT techniques.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Who uses EFT tapping?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    EFT tapping<\/span> may be helpful for people with the following conditions:<\/span><\/p>\n