Analysis: The Emotional Freedom Technique

The Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is a self care technique that consists of tapping acupuncture meridians to rebalance the energy field. The meridians generally begin at the finger tips and toes and end in major organs. Acupuncture uses needles to stimulate the meridians to release chemicals into the organs to balance the energy of the body and have a healing effect. EFT uses tapping instead of needles. Anyone can learn EFT. Tutorials, books and newsletters are readily available on the internet (See Gary Craig, Carol Look, Nick Ortner and others). This remarkable technique is easy to use and can be done anywhere and anytime. EFT is a good approach for managing stress, problem solving, and making wise choices. Its greatest benefit may be
This could be used to heal oneself, heal another person, or even to help a situation. The use of imagery is an expanded type of visualization whereby other senses, in addition to vision, are brought into play in order to imagine a possibility. A mini-vacation is a stress management technique where one imagines the perfect vacation that is both enjoyable and stress free. Some people benefit a great deal from this brief experience, where luggage does not get lost, no one gets sick, and flights are not delayed.

Mindfulness is a practice in which one is alert and fully aware of the reality in the present moment. This can lead to calmness in one’s daily life.

Affirmations are positive statements voiced in the present tense for the purpose of achieving goals and self empowerment. A few examples include: I am getting healthier each day; I can heal this illness; I am attracting positive healthy people into my life.
Perhaps the best affirmation I have ever heard came from my friend Rebecca:
I am a brilliant reflection of the vibrant energies of the
Herbs, crystals, homeopathy, and healing sounds are other examples of approaches that use the effect of vibrations to create healing. Humor, laughter, dance, pets, music, and letting go are also beneficial. Personalized rituals can be a way of marking a choice such as starting an exercise program, or celebrating a success, like giving up an addiction. Personalizing the ritual means you can create a new, healthy way to celebrate. The ritual could be a private event that includes a walk in nature, a hot bath, a spa day. A group activity might involve playing music, a talking circle, a healthy food potluck dinner, or a