Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)

[@MaroonPL]

When I was first introduced to tapping, I was in depression and experiencing extreme anxiety. The counsellor who showed me the EFT basics used the same phrase "I deeply love and accept myself" in the set-up statement but it felt so "wrong" that I cringed internally every time I repeated it. It was the opposite to what I was feeling towards myself at the time and I didn't try tapping again for a long time. Much later I found other phrases that resonated much better. Simply by adding the words "I choose to ... (e.g. accept how I feel)" or "I'm willing / open to..." makes a huge difference. I think the key is to find the words that feel true to you and then you will feel the difference.

[@Sydid..684]

Lalu sekarang apakah kamu masih melakukan teknik EFT ini ? Bagaimana hasilnya ?

[@saintejeannedarc9460]

That is a great tip. I'll remember to say things that I believe, and work from there.

[@MrMattias87]

Pretty much, you dont have to use the same standard words. EFT is very modifiable

[@HeruGalacticEmissary]

Don’t say “my anxiety” say “the anxiety that I’m feeling”. It sends a message to your subconscious mind to not hold on to the anxiety as part of the identity. The end goal is to be free from that anxiety. Not to attribute it to one self.

[@CryptoThug]

@Elon Billy that’s actually a scam! Looks like you need to practice this technique more than the average person, poor you...

[@rojobell1]

Your right say something like I’m feeling anxiety or the anxiety I am experiencing ... don’t take ownership of it but I will say once you understand how to do it and have proper set up statements it really does help ... I was never consistent and learned it 6 yrs ago but guess who’s doing in a daily basis 🤣 it’s important to be consistent otherwise nothing will help

[@barb6056]

With eft, it literally doesn't matter how you perceive that ones "subconscious" interprets it. In fact, your always better off using the terminology that naturally occurs to you. In fact Gary Craig mentions this concept in his series on eft, he realized that he was injecting his own idea of how he perceived the clients issue and had them tap using his words - until one time when the patient wasn't decreasing suds level, the client interjected and said that that setup phrase didn't really reflect how the client perceived their issue - they changed it to the clients wording and had a major breakthrough. Ever since then he taught that as basic practice; allow the client to form their own phraseology. Although I agree that outside of eft, nlp applies in terms of effective speaking - never own the debilitating concept.

[@LEONARDO-xs2ke]

Yes

[@HeruGalacticEmissary]

@@barb6056 that’s another concept though, putting words in clients mouths is not gonna help them obviously, allowing them to express what best reflects their problem in their own language is Key and then from there illuminating the attribution is actually a must to ensure sustainable results. So I disagree, it actually matters what language you use when you speak about your problem, and as a practitioner they need to be aware of this and bring it to the clients awareness, otherwise their work is purely surface level.

[@Morale_Booster]

Sounds dramatic but EFT actually changed my life. The first time I tried it I ended up expelling stored shame from my childhood... Ever since I have been on a self love journey and I am a different and better person now

[@lauriemtz8616]

That’s amazing!! Did you follow anyone specific for EFT

[@Morale_Booster]

@@lauriemtz8616 Hey! Yes it has been amazing! I have found Brad Yates on youtube very helpful. And you can eventually start to do it on your own once you feel comfortable with the process/technique 💜

[@Divine_healing]

Nat king which video released Childhood shame for you?

[@Morale_Booster]

@@Divine_healing it was so long ago I can't remember exactly. But Brad Yates has tons of EFT videos for trauma, inner child, shame, abuse, etc. Of course you might just be better off doing your own EFT once you get the hang of it, because you know exactly what you need to hear/heal

[@JudiChristopher]

'YOU GO GIRL" So Happy for YOU.

[@marionacarrerasperez8964]

Thanks Nicole for all your work that you provide to us. This video is old and comparing this video to the new ones, the information it's always key to learn more about ourselves, but something I have notice is that your voice and the way you explain now is more calm than before, even your breathing in this video compare to a video on 2023 it's completely different. You look more relaxed, happy and at peace now. However your posts on instagram and your KZbin videos are amazing AND YOUR LAST BOOK IS SO GOOD, thanks for all the work you do for all of us to build a healthy community and teach us how to heal ourselves.

[@JayySuavve]

One word: Wow. Just came from watching a video giving advice, and they recommended EFT. I looked it up, and not going to lie, I was slightly skeptical. I came across your video first and tried it after watching. And was *shocked* as to how much of a difference I felt immediately after. Thanks for taking your time to share this!

[@serenakoleno9338]

Eft helped me immensely when I was stuck in abusive relationship. I am sad to see it debunked on wikipedia. It works! For free. My best advice is to just try it. The only thing you have to lose is your anxiety. Wish they taught this in schools. Children today could use this. The only thing I did different is to keep repeating the "completely love and accept myself" with every tap. It is magical how your stress can just melt away. Also a good technique to identify what is bugging you on a daily basis. I hope everyone reading this finds a private spot and just tries it, even if they don't have major stress now. Learn the technique and when major life events happen, you are much better at coping. Try other videos if you need to, but please just try it.

[@tasteofsolaceeftmindraligo4788]

EFT is amazing, it's magical and IT WORKS where nothing else does, with no side effects and no medication; you can get to learn it yourself if you can identify the root cause. EFT for everything, is my motto.

[@galaxyqueen8638]

What do you mean by, “you can get go learn it yourself if you can identify the root cause “ please ? Thanks

[@Sydid..684]

@@galaxyqueen8638 up

[@nickslifevlogs]

This has changed my life after just fighting my anxieties for a very long time when I've learned this I've also addressed my long time anxiety which has caused so many negative effects to my health. I am not yet fully healed by I am slowly getting to my complete healing. Our mind is so powerful and it can be a crazy world inside but there's a way out. No need to be trapped inside. :)

[@franci.f.]

Your advise is so precious. I think you are an excellent, smart and effective therapist. Unfortunately few therapists understand this process.

[@Rhyspieces3678]

I just tried this for the first time after seeing your post on Instagram and wanting to look more into it. I feel so much more calm just doing this twice by myself. I have very bad anxiety. Gonna add a little eft map to my journal with the emotion wheel. Such a wonderful tool.

[@bestever6879]

Tapping my forehead - between my eyebrows inpeticula seems to help alot. I over think massively especially when I am worried. I noticed my self recently tapping my for head alot when I'm over thinking or when I'm working through a problem in my head. I somehow think I was naturally doing this technique sort of without really realising. Watching this clarified lots for me, thanks :)

[@doeeyes2]

I had NET done by an excellent practitioner in Toronto. It was 75$ for half an hour and $150 for an hour. This was 20 years ago. It helped me so much. We uncovered that my anxieties and fear of abandonment were because I was left alone crying in my crib at 8 months (my mom was an alcoholic). Discovering this allowed me to release so much pent up emotion! I wish I had money to do more.

[@kryss1552]

I heard about this through another video and decided to give it a try. I called to mind some past events that left me hurt and the feelings I experience when I remember them, and I went through the whole process a couple of times. I can say that I felt relief and less tense when I refocused on the issues after doing so. This is definitely something I will be using more often. Thank you!

[@beckylouise384]

The key to using EFT effectively to release old energy/trauma/hurts is being able/willing/ready to "walk thru" the pain "full on" while you tap, which most of us avoid at all costs via avoidance 😊. A blanket statement doesn't work to release stuck energy ('all this trauma I feel") - you need to be very specific about an event(s) that traumatised you or caused you pain (even tho I feel crappy about my job because my boss is a jerk" - not gonna work like "even tho I feel angry that my boss did (such and such specific event)...). It's not as convenient as a blanket statement, but it's the only thing that really works. Something else will typically pop up as you go that needs to be "tapped out", like peeling back the layers of an onion until you get to the center. If you're not re-living the pain of a *specific* event - full on - while you tap then the "grip" it has on you can't be released. You can start with a blanket statement to get you going paying attention to what pops up in your head and following (tapping) that wherever it leads you. This is one of those "walking thru the fire's" you need the strength to do to get to the other side. If it's too scary for you to do on your own, find a qualified, skilled practitioner to help you or just keep at it until you're ready and hit the gold. The set up statement and repeat should hit a deep nerve - bring you to tears. Facing trauma head on can be/feel really overwhelming...too much to bare - you want to ignore it in hopes it'll just go away. Just remember that in just a few minutes of reliving the pain you and your body can release it for good. That makes it a lot less scary. If EFT isn't helping, keep at it until you're in the mind space to do it or get help. Brief pain = release. Hoping this helps and you find your peace and release. Tip: if you have a hard time saying "I deeply and completely love myself" you can try "I deeply and completely accept myself" (you might have a hard time with that statement too but it may be more accordance to you. "Accepting myself" is the statement the "gold standard" Gary Craig - the originator of EFT recommends in your set up statement). Also, draw on all the body work tools you can: if you can afford it and are okay with it, therapeutic massage with a skilled and empathetic masseuse is excellent for helping to release stored up mental/emotional "gunk" in your body. Same with chiropractic. I also want to mention the use of therapeutic/calming herbs such as lemon balm, chamomile and especially saffron (as teas) - mood lifters and "calmers'. Look for all the ways available to you to help your body/mind/soul (nutrition, rest, excersize, fun, laughter, hugs, positive people...even if just on KZbin). Just don't give up. Keep at it until you find your way (there is a way) ☺

[@Sydid..684]

Komentar yg bagus, terimakasih. 👍👍👍

[@lisapisa1832]

ok.. so I've basically just tried the tapping for fun because I wanted to see what it feels like and was very skeptical tbh.. I don't know why but I've started crying... and I wasn't able to cry for weeks... I just felt numb lately... I'm still shaking. I don't understand it but this was enough for me to definitely use this technique way more often and read more about it! Thank you so much for all of your videos!

[@Zombie101]

I find this very strange. Did that happen after first try? I tried it and nothing happened what. So. Ever

[@Steffi5376]

Me too I cried :'( some points were sensitive and I realised I have a lot of fear from childhood

[@amyloulou3]

This happened to me too, the first time I did it with Brad Yates! Bawling!

[@Zombie101]

Well I did have an emotional release just not with this video tutorial sorry

[@ducklife5497]

I have been doing EFT For YEARS. but to be honest I had alot of resistance to change. EFT definitely has changed my life and im starting it once again. I cried 13 yr old tears the other day, just bawling. And every time I tap on an issue I seem to cry these days because my body and mind finally are willing to heal the issues that need healing

[@ChereenElizabeth]

Thanks so much for sharing this! I just tried it and feel instant relief from the negativity I've been experiencing all morning!

[@theartistryofz]

I did this technique after watching your video a few times. I am so grateful for you. I was able to heal apart of myself that I was afraid to heal. As I was doing this technique I instantly was brought to tears. That release felt amazing. I plan doing this technique for the rest of my life and passing it down to my children and family. Thank you so much Ase.

[@lilannie7991]

Hello there fellow travelers. I have been tapping for years. I am subscribed to Bill Yates. It's amazing how difficult I make things due to fear of not being able to find the info to help me feel better. You, Dr., have changed my life. Thank you for the info.

[@imsofocused4678]

Bill Yates has videos for just about anything.

[@intelligentdesign8994]

Trying this from tomorrow. It actually makes perfect sense, there's something that comes across as factual about it. Thank you.

[@Besos06]

Thank you for existing and sharing your gift

[@lydiakarinacamposrico2072]

I just had a difficult experience with a guest. I happened upon this video and tried it it took me from being very shaky from the experience to calm state fairly quickly. Thank you

[@heartandmindovercome3214]

This woman is great! And I just tried this for the first time last night and I'm very pleased with how much better I'm feeling today. Will be using this often. Thank you! 🤙❤️

[@RITZ613]

This helped tremendously! I felt calmer afterwards, I felt like my body worked together, and for almost a week it was difficult to feel that way. Thank you so much! I've tried watching EFT videos before, but none resonated like this one did. Thank you so much for the information you share❤

[@Trexballs17]

Amazing. I totally felt it working straight away. Never knew about this technique. thank you

[@lizengle3553]

I am so grateful this video showed up in my feed today! I have used EFT in the past and it is amazing, yet sometimes the simplest things we instinctively know to do for ourselves become the easiest to forget! Thank you so much for your YT and FB content!

[@TinaOsborne-wb7sb]

I do eft daily, and have definitely noticed a difference. I feel calmer.

[@jlklaila]

Both acupuncture and tapping have been SO helpful to me in bringing about physical and emotional healing. I second the recommendation for Brad Yates' videos. Thank you for sharing this information so others can be helped by it. :)

[@taylorbee4010]

Because I'm autistic and have obsessive tendencies I never knew there was a way to actually release anything other than by doing something. Anxiety is hell

[@christinecardoza7253]

This method works so well! Thank you for the reminder. There are excellent tapping book for kids teaching them about emotions, how to name them, and relieve anxiety or tension we found helpful in our house. Thank you for posting more amazing content on your channel!

[@afterthisourexile6542]

Christine Cardoza can you let us know a couple of those book titles you recommend?

[@gloria7415]

You explained this great! I love your ability to pair logical/technical terms with healing concepts so that it can be better absorbed through different levels and have the message sink in. I really appreciate your work, thank you.

[@juliagiannaccini]

I’ve been hearing about EFT tapping, this is such a simple tool thank you!!!

[@Dmm3333]

It really works if we practice. Best of luck for everyone, we all deserve to be happy :)

[@joannahearst3073]

I have found this to be a wonderful way to release the negative energy in my body. Then it allows me to move forward in the situation without the emotional blockage. Thanks for the share!

[@rjlondon5801]

So I've been told I have hidden trauma that I've locked away. I've been combing through my memories but it doesnt feel like Ive found it yet, hopefully doing this will help me open my mind a bit more x much love to you all ❤

[@esmeralda4655]

Such a great resource for visual learners.

[@adamcunningham1137]

My therapist showed EFT to me, it helps me get into a calm space and recognise my emotions. I do it for 5 minutes, before commencing a 20 minute meditation. I don’t find it particularly transformative like meditation, but I don’t know if my duration is enough. I’ll keep at it though, I definitely notice some mild benefits (mainly positive affirmation and acute emotional awareness).

[@jaxleigh7335]

I’m new to this and I never feel well so I’ll start today and see how I feel next Friday

[@pankajkumar-dh9jc]

Love from India..this is the best technique for emotional stress..very easy but most effective 👏👏

[@Kristen-6325]

Love you got all this in...under 7 minutes. I think KZbin vids unnecessarily too long and most concepts could probably be conveyed properly in less than 5 or 10 minutes. Its sad we are where we are, but I rarely have time to watch videos over 10 minutes anymore. Noticing absolutely loving the 2-3 min vids available now on KZbin also...allows me to learn quickly/succintly...then go about my day thinking deeper/processing that video, then exploring more/deeper another day...ps, this reminds me of EMDR work...I'd be interested to see a pro/con video, or rather, which technique better to use in which circumstances! Also, I love your role play videos on IG. Find them extremely applicable to "see" it in "real life". Thank you, I recommend your IG channel CONSTANTLY! big fan here.

[@EmSpacebird]

Thank you. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

[@suzson8536]

Thank you for simplifying the comments needed! I’ve always been hesitant to try because I get hung up on the words I need to use as I tap. I didn’t realize it could be just effective by simply naming the feeling!

[@safiyyahtruss1891]

I recently purchased your book and it is helping me understand myself and what I have been experiencing

[@anthonyowens8651]

I've had tremendous pressure in my eyes for days up on days ,thankyou so much honestly.....

[@shellebel1]

Thank you! Your advice is always so practical and targeted. You're a godsend

[@misspeacelove7395]

Started therapy with a really skilled EFT therapist - I don´t doubt for a second that it can help a lot of people. Personally EFT makes me feel very confused and seem to reinforce rather than diminish the things I´m trying to improve and/or get rid of. As with many other things in life it´s not for everybody just wish I´d known sooner so i could´ve spent my time and money elsewhere ;-)

[@daviddavid9837]

The first time I encountered tapping, it was called TFT. It was a little longer a process, had more tapping points, and involved eye movements and even humming. I was scheduled to go caving with some friends, and as our guide described the cave, the pipe we had to crawl through to enter, the drop-down, the narrow space next like crawling under your bed for 10 yards before it finally opened up into a room 3 feet high... My anxiety was through the roof. After just a couple rounds, the fear and anxiety were gone, and I had a great time in the cave. I continued using the tapping and tried to share the technique with others, who mostly thought I was nuts. But I knew it worked. I've long forgotten the TFT, but this EFT is abbreviated and simpler to remember. It always makes me yawn. Someone told me that means it's working. That person also told me it makes some people pass gas. I'm glad I just yawn. I'm diving back into tapping, this time to tackle weight loss, high blood pressure, and high blood sugar. Then I'll start to use tapping to manifest my desires. I'm excited about the new adventures.

[@metadata5638]

EFT helped me so much I decided to get certified in it. Great Video Much Love

[@aimannurra1503]

omg, i fell asleep right away after doing this. it felt like an emotional burst going out from my body. Great technique

[@mellys9620]

Thank you for having my back❤

[@deannag813]

Deeply needed this today. Thank you.

[@TheHolisticPsychologist]

I'm glad this was helpful

[@theozgecaglar]

It really worked for the exact boss negative feedback situation. :) thanks

[@rebeccahammond9166]

Great and easy explanation of EFT, looking forward to using for my anxiety. Thank you!

[@horsepower33]

feeling good. will use it. a guy at an Iboga retreat i went to introduced me to tapping, back in 2019. im just researching it.

[@lifeisbeautiful7047]

My Higher self guided me to this technique through repetitive synchronicities

[@MAKEITGROW72]

I have wpw and it’s taking over my life

[@33tarot]

111 comments. I've watched many videos on E.F.T. This one is the best.

[@sherimarie4023]

I really like your presentation of this! It was right to the point! Thank you!! Will be trying this. God bless

[@GuidingSong]

I am excited to try this technique. Thank you so much! I noticed you are talking really fast, which is a bit stressful to listen to for me. I like the later videos I have been watching where you are talking more slowly and intentionally. It's also easier to follow. Super thank you!

[@bryantfarms2691]

Thank you! So glad you shared this video!!!⭐️

[@Michael-fn2fu]

Love this!!! Seen it before it pictures on Instagram but this explains it so well 🙏 thank you

[@VelvetAvalon]

Thank you so much, I see this being a deeply helpful practice for me. My only note, and maybe it's just me, but the sound was really low in volume.

[@TheHolisticPsychologist]

Hi Amy! Thanks. I forwarded your comment to my video creator. Appreciate this feedback.

[@yusrakhan4573]

I completely agree I was going to comment same thing

[@TheHolisticPsychologist]

thanks for the feedback!

[@sivap4243]

Thanks so much for sharing your story and all these videos...💗🙏 They are very useful to me 💗🙏 Yes the sound is very low in this video... Could you kindly arrange to load the video again with better volume..

[@brandibailey3037]

Cant wait to try this on myself and my clients!

[@tannermorris5575]

Thank you for sharing this like others I experienced instant relief doing this ❤️

[@sumbaltasawwar]

Thank you Nicole! A great resource for EFT on youtube is Brad Yates! :)

[@TheHolisticPsychologist]

Hi! Thanks so much

[@themoondrinksmerlot4260]

The Holistic Psychologist You and Brad Yates would make a GREAT podcast.

[@OE2023]

He's soooo good ❤️😍

[@anu9637]

Brad Yates has copied Mr Gary Craig, the founder of EFT. He fails to acknowledge him.

[@2stb4o10]

Hi, thanks sumbal tasawwar for your comment. I've looked up Brad yates videos n it's helping me alot. So sending a lot of gratitude for leaving this comment. :)

[@sampadas1867]

Much needed. thank you so much❤️

[@radicalhonesty3628]

I watch this video, and as I do, so many thoughts arise in me... mainly: I have severe C-PTSD, I am an INFJ, and I have a very fucked up relationship with my parents... it's part of the reason for the fucked-upness that is my life. I am so ashamed at the current state of my life. I have no clue how to escape the horrors of it. my life is fucked up beyond imagination. what to do? 999-trillion layers of guilt and shame and rage and regret and grief, surface in me and consume me. eating my soul alive...

[@wholearthwisdom8271]

Great presentation, good clear voice, it shows you care about what you do. The sound doesn't come through well on this video. A good editing program will have an equalizer built in so you can Jack up the volume. Keep up the good work..

[@AshH8898]

I feel soooo much better. Like carefree and silly hehe. Thank you

[@JudiChristopher]

Like PTSD "Tapping" Great video... Thank you so much for sharing this video.

[@carriemiehlich258]

Thank you. I am so visual and this helped.

[@nasserm7031]

Thank you Dr Nicole for this easy and understandable lesson

[@tionnapatros5404]

I can't wait to try this!!!

[@florevolution3296]

Short, clear and super useful. Thank you!

[@amyloulou3]

You are fabulous! Thank you!

[@icequeen5551]

Even tho i'm feeling ______ i deeply love and accept myself

[@sabinedakkak6501]

I love the way you explain things. Thank you for this, you're amazing!

[@TheHolisticPsychologist]

Hi Thank you so much for taking the time to watch!

[@manfaimelinda5436]

Thank you for this. I am using it. It's great!

[@briannarose2207]

i love your work. thankyou.

[@noneya9536]

I have a life time of crap that I brought to my tap. I do feel like crying & I feel very tired now. My limbs are tingling & I feel lighter in breathing. Which is what always leads me to anxiety attacks is tight chest. I will continue to try technique & study more . Thank you oh & now my nasal way is wide open & I can smell my shampoo in my hair . Very interesting

[@nathanthomas105]

Thank you Nicole!!

[@DeanTheShaman]

Thank you so much you wonderful Lady 🌎✨

[@kamalchopra9090]

It was really educative , thankyou so much ma'am . Hope you will upload more videos for betterment of the society.

[@gargidesai1111]

Thanks it was really helpful! I'll definitely try it😀

[@twylau7024]

Brad Yates has some fantastic videos about EFT Tapping.

[@godjesus1st718]

Man where was this video 3 years ago 🥺❤️

[@bananabreadtan4124]

When my therapist told me about this three years ago, I didn't give it much of a chance.

[@sohaawada9464]

you rock doc!

[@BRANDNEWBLUE]

Thank you so much for this

[@talktimewitheddiej]

Great help first time trying

[@stailor1]

❤ this was such a great video very helpful . Is there a follow up for this…?

[@nikkibonbon1600]

It did make me feel better

[@AngryPeach]

Have you considered doing a shadow work video?

[@krunkyk2294]

Thanks so much for your videos. I've shared them with the clients in my counseling practice. Your videos are wonderful and so meaningful!

[@EktaShah82]

Ha! I follow you for a long time on ig Bc I love your posts there. Was looking for an eft page and first one I come up with is yours. Must be fate. I’m supposed to get your book soon

[@BalboaBaggins]

Why do so many people use the word "literally" in every sentence. That's not what it's used for.

[@felicitytanchel4016]

Thank you. I will try it. It is very welll explained. Will let you know how it goes.x

[@heatherlong2478]

Very helpful even after a couple times

[@engineeramitbhaskar4121]

EFT tapping works for eyesight improvement,remove glasses by daily EFT tapping technique

[@bayleedm4336]

I’m going to try this

[@javiperez8706]

Hi Nicole, I recently started following you everywhere lol how often should you do this exercises and can I do them as I wake up or going to bed instead of waiting for anxiety to strike in? Thanks for all you do!