top of page
BnB Logo Empowered All_edited.png
Wildlife

Quick Tips

Subscribe to Quick Tips

Writer's pictureJennifer Irwin

How EFT Tapping Can Help You Manage Stress and Anxiety

Updated: Dec 19, 2023

The Emotional Freedom Technique, also known as Tapping, has the ability to access the parts of the brain that control stress (the amygdala) and memory (the hippocampus). These centers of the brain are involved in the decision-making process when determining whether something is a threat, or whether a fight or flight response is necessary. The effectiveness of EFT lies in its ability to influence these areas of the brain.


 

How does EFT do that?

Tapping is a safe and effective energy healing technique that uses specific acupressure points on the body to alleviate mental, emotional, and physical pain by eliminating blockages.

By tuning into a problem while tapping on specific points, you are consciously recognizing the issue, and correcting the blockage with body work, allowing the symptoms to go away, often on the spot.


EFT is easy to use, highly effective, and painless. It works anywhere, anytime for anyone, and has no negative side effects. You can use it to help others or to help yourself. It works for “almost everything” and is among the most effective and versatile healing techniques on the planet.


Woman Using EFT Tapping
Woman Using EFT Tapping

EFT operates on the belief that any physical or mental ailments that arise in the body are a result of blockages or imbalances in the body's energy system. By clearing these blockages, the body can return to a state of balance, and the symptoms can vanish.

How EFT Tapping Can Help You Manage Stress and Anxiety


If you're struggling with stress and anxiety, you're not alone. Many people today are feeling overwhelmed and anxious due to the demands of modern life. Fortunately, there are many tools and techniques available to help you manage your stress and anxiety, and one of the most effective is EFT Tapping.

EFT, or Emotional Freedom Technique, is an energy healing technique that involves tapping on specific acupressure points on the body to eliminate blockages that cause or contribute to mental, emotional, or physical pain. By tapping on these points while tuning into a problem, you can consciously recognize the issue and correct the blockage with body work, which often results in the symptoms going away on the spot.


So, how can EFT Tapping help you manage stress and anxiety? Here are some of the ways in which this powerful technique can support your mental and emotional well-being:


  • EFT Tapping can reduce cortisol levels When we experience stress or anxiety, our bodies release cortisol, a hormone that can have negative effects on our health over time. By using EFT Tapping to reduce stress and anxiety, we can lower our cortisol levels and improve our overall well-being.

  • EFT Tapping can help you identify and address the root causes of your stress and anxiety One of the key benefits of EFT Tapping is that it can help you identify and address the root causes of your stress and anxiety. By tapping on specific acupressure points while tuning into the problem, you can gain greater insight into the underlying issues that are contributing to your stress and anxiety. This can help you develop more effective strategies for managing these issues over the long term.

  • EFT Tapping can improve your emotional regulation Another way in which EFT Tapping can help you manage stress and anxiety is by improving your emotional regulation. By tapping on specific acupressure points while tuning into the problem, you can help regulate your nervous system and reduce feelings of overwhelm and anxiety. This can help you feel more calm, centered, and in control in the face of stress and anxiety.

  • EFT Tapping can promote self-compassion and self-care Finally, EFT Tapping can promote self-compassion and self-care. By tapping on specific acupressure points while repeating positive affirmations or statements, you can cultivate greater self-compassion and self-awareness. This can help you develop a more positive and supportive relationship with yourself, which can in turn help you better manage stress and anxiety.

 

What is the process for using EFT Tapping to manage stress and anxiety:


EFT Tapping Process
EFT Tapping Process
  1. Identify the problem: Think about what is causing you stress or anxiety and try to identify the root cause.

  2. Rate the intensity: On a scale from 0 to 10, rate the intensity of your stress or anxiety.

  3. Tap on the acupressure points: Tap on the specific acupressure points while repeating a positive affirmation or statement. For example, you might tap on the side of your hand while saying, "Even though I feel anxious, I deeply and completely love and accept myself."

  4. Reassess the intensity: After a few rounds of tapping, reassess the intensity of your stress or anxiety. Ideally, you should notice a decrease in intensity.

  5. Repeat as needed: If necessary, repeat the tapping process until your stress or anxiety has decreased to a manageable level.


In addition to managing stress and anxiety, EFT Tapping can also be used to alleviate a wide range of other issues, including pain, phobias, addictions, and more. It's an easy-to-use, highly-effective, and painless technique that works anywhere, anytime for anyone, and has no negative side effects.


 

In conclusion, EFT Tapping is a powerful technique that can help you manage stress and anxiety in a safe, effective, and empowering way. Whether you're dealing with chronic stress, overwhelming anxiety, or simply looking for a way to improve your emotional well-being, EFT Tapping is a tool that can support your journey toward greater health and happiness.


There is so much more to EFT, book a session today to dive into how effective EFT can be.


Comments

Rated 0 out of 5 stars.
No ratings yet

Add a rating
bottom of page