Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)

***Big_Sissy*** · #1 03-26-2007, 11:59 PM

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)

In my therapy (RET) I learned a very powerful, very cool technique used to remove false fears from our lives. These are the fears we have that stop us from action. They inhibit our forward progression, and are just plain not needed baggage.

Some of you might think I'm nuts (which I am, that's why I see a therapist), but I kid you not, this stuff works. Take it or leave it, it still works.

Now, I have a small instruction pamphlet that just shows me the basics, but my therapist suggested I do some searching and learn more about it so I can better utilize the technique to my advantage. So I've now done the research, and want to share it with all of you, because I feel it can be of great help IF you will try it for a couple of days.

Now, due to not wanting to copy the information, I'm simply going to put links to it, as the information is all there, you just need to read it and apply it.

This is the main EFT page of the guy that founded it (Gary Craig). He touches on quite a few of the things this can be used for. I think you'll find it quite amazing.

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Pain Management, Addictions, Weight loss, Allergies, Children's Issues, Animals, Vision, Headaches, Panic/Anxiety, Asthma, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, Depression, Dyslexia, Carpal Tunnel, Anger, ADD-ADHD, Fears/phobias, Eating disorders, OCD, Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Neuropathy, Fear of Flying, Claustrophobia, Agoraphobia, Anorexia/Bulimia, Sports and other Performance

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This next link is specifically about EFT, and its uses. Be sure to go all the way to the bottom and look through his links for various problems, as he has specific web sites that address specific issues, which is one of the things my therapist said about using this technique -- Be specific.

Here are some of the titles of the links on his web site, and that's only about 20% of them. I know the ones I need to read (at least for now).

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addiction recovery, natural weight loss, healthy weight loss, weight loss success story, weight loss acupuncture, migraine treatment, migraine prevention, frequent headache, stress management, stress relief, anxiety disorder, anxiety attack, weight loss program, headache, migraine headache, migraine, migraine care, stress reduction, stress and anxiety, stress management technique, how to relieve stress, job work stress, cause of stress

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This next link is to the page where you can get a getting started package for free. The manual is pretty good. In fact it's better then what I got from my therapist, so I absolutely suggest getting it, though it does require you to give them your email, but I think you can trust him...

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This next link is to his online tutorial. It's pretty good from what I've read so far, but I'm not through it yet.

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And finally, this last link is to his frequently asked questions (FAQ) page.

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If I can give you any advise, it would be DO NOT discount the power that this tool has. And oddly enough, this all ties right in with the Law of Attraction...

**5ft Diva** · #2 03-27-2007, 12:11 AM

Wow! There's a lot to swallow here. Thanks for the info.

***Big_Sissy*** · #3 03-27-2007, 12:19 AM

Yeah, their is. I have the manual, so you don't need to sign up for it.

But yes, spend some time and read the information, and have at it. Good stuff for sure.

**5ft Diva** · #4 03-27-2007, 12:21 AM

I will. Thanks. Can't wait to see the manual.

Dia Minha · #5 03-27-2007, 12:22 AM

Big S, I so believe what you are doing. I do not fully understand what EFT is (I will have to read all the links you posted, at a later time when my mind isn't trying to shut down and send me to bed). However, I do know that when dealing with anxiety I can talk myself out of it, by using my thoughts.

For example, I have a fear of traveling over bridges. When I am approaching such a bridge, my heart races and thoughts of earthquakes causing the bridge to colapse sending my and my children into the water below causes my heart rate to increase and I can actually feel myself on the verge of fainting. I have learned to talk myself out of it by mentally telling my body to relax. There is no other actual conversation with myself except for concentrating on my breathing and relaxing my body. Before even reaching the actual overpass I can be stable and have released any fear I might have felt before.

I know the mind is a powerful thing and truly believe that we can heal ourselves with the right knowledge.

**5ft Diva** · #6 03-27-2007, 12:29 AM

Wow, I didn't know that about you. Have you had that fear/anxiety your whole life?

***Big_Sissy*** · #7 03-27-2007, 12:33 AM

That's awesome Dia! This is a little bit different then just talking though. Once you read it, you'll understand. It's very powerful for overcoming emotional and mental issues. The idea is that it will actually help you to not have that fear at all. So the next bridge you see will be the same as pavement.

It does and will work for anyone willing to try it.

**5ft Diva** · #8 03-27-2007, 12:34 AM

Let me just say, that for BS to say this, it must work.

Dia Minha · #9 03-27-2007, 12:35 AM

Basically I suffer from anxiety. Some times it will just show up and I won't have any idea why. Phone calls and social occassion are regulars for me too.

**5ft Diva** · #10 03-27-2007, 12:38 AM

I understand.

***Big_Sissy*** · #11 03-27-2007, 12:39 AM

I'm sorry to hear that. Anxiety is such a pain in the rear. I'm proud of you for dealing with it. I did not know you suffered from it, so you do an excellent job of hiding it.

Seriously, when you get some time, read it and give it a try. I'm more then happy to help where I can as well.

SMILEY · #12 03-27-2007, 03:19 PM

bs thank you so much for the links
this is something i need right now! maybe it will help me
get over all the abuse from my mother. thanks again!

**5ft Diva** · #13 03-27-2007, 05:29 PM

Good luck with that Smiley. We'll be cheering for you! Answers to prayers come in the most interesting ways, don't they?

***Big_Sissy*** · #14 03-27-2007, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by SMILEY

bs thank you so much for the links this is something i need right now! maybe it will help me get over all the abuse from my mother. thanks again!

That's Awesome. You are so welcome. I'm so happy that maybe this can help someone besides me. Please let me know how it goes.

bookworm · #15 03-30-2007, 03:12 PM

Thank you for those links, BS. I intend to spend some time checking them out tonight. You're awesome!

Oh, and Dia, it made me smile that you said phone calls are an anxiety issue for you- I have to talk myself into making phone calls all the time- I don't understand the underlying reason for this anxiety, but I've got it. It's kind of funny to be overcome with anxiety over calling the dentist's office or the pizza guy or even a good friend. I've learned how to deal with it (thanks to my prior callings in your ward) since I have to make phone calls, but it is still there. I also struggle with social things- I'm not shy, but just very reserved and don't feel comfortable. I have to force myself to go to Enrichment Night, etc. Literally, because I would so much rather just stay home and read a book.

You're not alone!

***Big_Sissy*** · #16 03-30-2007, 03:17 PM

Please let me know if you have any questions about how it works.

"I release the fear associated with calling someone on the phone"

**5ft Diva** · #17 03-30-2007, 03:39 PM

I can't believe how many people I know that have anxiety w/ making phone calls. Good luck w/ that guys. Just know, if it's not one thing, it'll be another. I have had my own anxiety issues.

lotsafeet · #18 03-31-2007, 11:52 PM

Hey Captain Obvious! This is your big sis. wanting to thank you for all your research!!It is the answer to my prayers. I do not think it an accident that I have been researching EFT for the last few weeks ... and I haven't logged on here for awhile. How amazing we would both find it in such different ways especially when I think we are so similar about our feelings! Thanks for all the links. I've been trying to try EFT and it really does make you feel better and I'm lame at it. I needed more definition as to where exactly "under the eye" was and stuff like that... I got the manual and have been reading it. I look forward to better days ahead for both of us.
I hope you know that I deeply and completely love and accept you - just the way you are. Talk to you tomorrow!

***Big_Sissy*** · #19 04-01-2007, 12:20 AM

Nope, not an accident at all.

In fact, it's a blessing for sure. It DOES work. Especially if you will use it. I'll bring all my materials from my Therapy with me tomorrow and we'll have a good ol'e chat about it. I can say it's awesome. But this is just the tip of the ice berg for me.

Oh, and it's GREAT to see you online!

teeny · #20 04-01-2007, 08:49 AM

This is all VERY interesting to me because being a massage therapist, I've learned a lot about the bodies natural energy pathways, so to find a technique that you an use on yourself makes complete sense to me. I wish I would have had this a couple of years ago! You're not alone Dia! I had a severe anxiety issue, that with lots of prayer, scripture reading, and talking myself out of my fears, I have pretty much been able to overcome. It seems like the more times I overcome it, it just keeps getting easier and easier to deal with.