EFT Articles

The concept of deconstruction has evolved far beyond its philosophical roots in the 1960’s, finding powerful new meaning in modern self-help and personal growth movements. While originally an academic method for analyzing texts, today it describes a deeply personal process of examining and dismantling long-held beliefs, particularly in areas of religion, emotional conditioning, and social…

Financial decisions are affected by the subconscious. Most people make decisions and exhibit behaviors regarding finances that are influenced if not run on completely subconscious operating systems. These fall into predictable money archetypes. Knowing which archetype(s) you tend to fall into most of the time will assist you in creating true security and abundance. Here…

The term “wounded healer” has roots in ancient Greek mythology and has been embraced in psychology and spirituality. Carl Jung brought this idea to prominence, describing those who, through their own suffering, develop a profound ability to heal others. Identifying as a wounded healer involves recognizing your own wounds and using them to foster empathy…

To access this article in German, you can find a translation by Silke Johnson here. Every practitioner employing Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) inevitably faces two fundamental questions: What is EFT, and how does it work? Over time, various explanations have emerged, ranging from it being a therapeutic and self help stress reduction technique to theories…

Cortisol has often been referred to as the primary stress hormone and it plays a crucial role in our body’s response to ongoing stress. While absolutely essential for our survival, chronically elevated levels of cortisol can lead to a wide variety of health issues, including anxiety, depression, weight gain, and sleep disturbances. Fortunately, there are…

Money trauma is a complex issue that can deeply affect your relationship to your finances which often stems from various sources such as childhood experiences, financial hardship, negative beliefs, and inherited patterns. Childhood experiences, such as growing up in a financially unstable environment or witnessing money-related conflicts between parents, can leave lasting emotional and psychological…

If you are an EFT practitioner or perhaps you are interested in becoming one, joining EFT International (EFTi) could be a very helpful step for your professional growth. EFTi  is the largest international charity organization dedicated solely to EFT and run by volunteers. In this article, we’ll explore five compelling reasons why you should consider…

This article has been reposted with permission from the American Holistic Nurses Association in the journal Connections in Hositic Nursing Research, Copyright 2023 www.ahna.org  By John Freedom, CEHP John Freedom, CEHP, is a counselor, educator and trainer in private practice in Santa Rosa, California. The author of Heal Yourself with Emotional Freedom Technique, he serves…

Clean language is a concept that originated in the field of psychotherapy. It has been integrated and adopted in various fields including coaching, education, and business. At its core, clean language is a communication technique that involves asking questions and using language in a way that is neutral, non-judgmental, and free of assumptions. The idea…

Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) is a set of somatic trauma release modalities that focuses on the connection between the body and the mind. These techniques involves tapping on specific points on the body while focusing on a traumatic event or negative emotion. One might also make the case that EFT uses counterconditioning, gentle exposure (Exposure…

The experience of childhood adversity, trauma and or abuse can have a profound impact on a person’s mental and physical health. One of the ways this can manifest is through something called dissociation, which is a defense mechanism in which an individual disconnects from their thoughts, feelings, and experiences to cope with overwhelming stress. Dissociation…

Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) is a powerful and effective tool for addressing a wide range of emotional and physical issues. Also referred to as “tapping” or as “meridian tapping,” EFT involves the stimulation of repetitive finger point tapping on specific acupressure points on the body while focusing on a specific situation and/or emotion in one’s…