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It's Time to Shine! - By Carol Look- Adoption Search and Rejection - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Pat BurnsRejection. It’s a word that nobody involved in an adoption search wants to think about. Unfortunately, rejection is something that every searcher needs to consider. It happens. It’s terribly sad for all concerned, and can emotionally deeply wound the person being rejected, but it is one of the ...
Views: 1734(1 vote) - How to Use EFT with Positive Affirmations - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Mohammad ArnousPositive affirmations are short, positive statements that you repeat to yourself everyday over a period of time. These affirmations may be not be exactly true at the moment you are saying them. But after repeating them to yourself after a period of time, your subconscious mind will begin to ...
Views: 5444(2 votes) - Dealing With Divorce - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Pat BurnsDivorce is traumatic. Having been through it personally, I can speak to the fact that even if you are ending a terrible marriage, there is still trauma and grieving. You may not be grieving the reality of your marriage, but rather grieving the death of all your hopes and dreams..what you hoped ...
Views: 2420(2 votes) - A Message You've Been Waiting For? - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Deborah BattersbyI'm a messenger on a mission. And it could be the message you've been waiting for your whole life. This message says that there is nothing wrong with you; nothing broken, nothing missing. You do have a few misconceptions and some misinformation and this is where I come in. I'm here to change ...
Views: 1426(1 vote) - Certainty is an Inner Game and You Can Win It! - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Deborah BattersbyCertainty is an Inner Game and You Can Win It! Why do you need to master inner certainty? Here's a few reasons: There's a lot of stuff going on in the world that's enough to freak you out. You're accustomed to looking around at the things you trust to be solid and stable to give you ...
Views: 2052(5 votes) - Adoptees and Regrets - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Pat BurnsI’ve been working with adoptees for nearly 20 years now, and I thought I had heard pretty much every regret there was to hear from an adoptee, but yesterday I heard one I hadn’t heard before, and it caused me to feel a profound sadness. An adoptee contacted me about scheduling an EFT session, ...
Views: 1757(1 vote) - Pulled Muscles: Can EFT Help? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Pat BurnsRecently I had one of those experiences that we probably all have from time to time, but wish we had skipped it. I pulled a muscle, and anyone who has done that knows how painful it can be. I’ve done it before, so I knew immediately what was wrong, but the thought of dealing with a lot of pain ...
Views: 1862(1 vote) - Being Present - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Rev. Keith HallThe Art of Being Present The secret of health for both mind and body is not to mourn for the past, nor to worry about the future, but to live the present moment wisely and earnestly. –Buddha What moment do we have other than this? The past is an illusion long gone. The future is not yet ...
Views: 1780(4 votes) - Don’t Just Think Who You Are, Know Who You Are: How To Become Emotionally Independent - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2009 from David SamuelThe goal of personal development is personal freedom. Freedom from your emotions, moods, reactions to success or failure and most importantly, freedom from being dependant on other people or your environment. Emotional independence is not about suppressing or stifling your emotions, rather it ...
Views: 5016(6 votes) - Work Related Stress and EFT - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2009 from Pat BurnsLots of us live with work related stress. I did for a very long time. I didn’t handle it well. I seemed to be in a constant state of upset, as my high stress job impacted on my life and on my emotions. My boss was a jerk, my deadlines were unrealistic, and I was only noticed if I screwed up. Not ...
Views: 1731(1 vote) - ***Tapping Tips to Dispel Emotions in Active PTSD - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2011 from Anne Merkel, Ph.D. NDWhenever a client presents to me with an active case of post traumatic stress disorder, I start with a certain protocol which is based on my experience using both Neuro Emotional Technique and Emotional Freedom Technique - both energy psychology modalities. If you or someone you know might ...
Views: 5012(4 votes) - Presencing™: Growth, Meditation, Manifestation - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Rev. Keith HallPresencing™: Growth, Meditation, Manifestation Presencing™ is a method of self-inquiry that scans the body, mind, and emotions for what is Present at that time. What is present is often the tip of the iceberg, a barely recognizable “feeler” put out by your higher self to try and get your ...
Views: 2289(4 votes) - Creepy, Crawly Things - EFT For Phobias - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Pat BurnsSpiders. Roaches. Ants. Worms. Snakes. Lizards. If all the hair on the back of your neck is not standing up now, you’re probably in the minority. There just aren’t that many people who like creepy, crawly things. There are the insect collectors, and the snake lovers and people who just adore ...
Views: 4415(1 vote) - My Aching Head - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2009 from Pat BurnsHeadaches…we all get them, and they’re not much fun. Often our headaches are a result of stress, anxiety, anger, frustration and other negative emotions. A bad day at the office or a confrontation with a spouse or child can lead to an aching head and a general feeling of misery. headache ...
Views: 1755(1 vote) - Freedom From Chronic Pain - The Power of Metaphor - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Annabel FisherWhen I was first introduced to EFT at the beginning of 2004, I was desperate to alleviate the intense and chronic pain I was experiencing as a result of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). In particular, pain in my knee joints, thighs and neck, as well as the evening headaches which verged on ...
Views: 2981(2 votes) - Unearthing the Downside to Being Well: Discover the hidden ways illness protects you and tap them away with EFT - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Annabel FisherI have just started a new six-week teleclass series on chronic illness, Tap Into Your Healthy Self, and in the first teleclass we discussed, and used EFT on, the downside of being well and healthy. This is a concept which continues to fascinate me. The first reaction to there being a downside ...
Views: 1676(3 votes) - Overcoming the Subconscious Resistance to Change - Emotional Freedom Techniques - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Annabel FisherWhen I work with new clients, I’m always interested in why they have chosen to learn and use EFT. The answer is usually in the negative, “I’m very ill”, “I’m overweight”, “I procrastinate”, or “I don’t have enough money in my life”, etc. As a result of this, I changed one of the questions on my ...
Views: 7829(5 votes) - What Initially Causes Serious Illness? Tap away the culprits with EFT - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Annabel FisherOne of the questions on my EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) client intake form asks “Are you on any medication?” Many of my clients can easily list several forms of medication they are taking; ranging from blood pressure pills, to diuretics, to painkillers, to anti-depressants. These ...
Views: 2065(3 votes) - ***Writing Poetry Begins with Free Association - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Emily Erickson-SandstromThe mystique. Everyone wants to be A Poet. Don't we? Poets can flaunt their self-discovery...and their moods. Poets take their brains and their hearts out and play with them...in public...and no one can say anything about it because they're poets. Just as the second million is much easier ...
Views: 4910(2 votes) - Test Performance Anxiety Relief Group - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Laura HersheyAmazing New Technique Allows Students and Job Seekers to Take Exams Free of Anxiety. Learn How to Overcome the Number One Issue Burdening Most People Who Fail Exams. (San Diego, CA) Standardized tests are a fact of life in elementary school, high school and college. Employment application tests ...
Views: 1438(1 vote) - No, You're not Crazy, You just Have Migraines - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Megan OltmanOn last month's Managing Life with Migraines Teleconference with Dr. Roger Cady one of the things we discussed was living with the hyper-sensitive nervous system we have as Migraineurs. Dr. Cady helped us recognize that in caring for ourselves and our emotional helath, we need to nurture the ...
Views: 1195(3 votes) - EFT For Dealing With Limiting Beliefs - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Pat BurnsLimiting beliefs are universal. No matter who we are, or what we’re doing, it’s always a bit hard to step outside of our comfort zone. Doing something new and different can be intimidating. Even if it’s something that we want with every fiber of our being, there can be things holding us back ...
Views: 2074(2 votes) - I only have to look at a Hershey bar ........ - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Julie MannI only have to look at a Hershey bar ….. People who say, “ I can eat anything I want and I never put on any weight” are right aren’t they? So are those who say, “I only have to look at a Hershey bar and I gain pounds!” What is it that you are saying about your body and the way you look? ...
Views: 1556(2 votes) - I only have to look at a Hershey bar ........ - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Julie MannI only have to look at a Hershey bar ….. People who say, “ I can eat anything I want and I never put on any weight” are right aren’t they? So are those who say, “I only have to look at a Hershey bar and I gain pounds!” What is it that you are saying about your body and the way you look? ...
Views: 1367(1 vote) - Not Good Enough - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Pat BurnsDo you present a confident face to the world, while in your heart of hearts you feel like you’re not really good enough? Maybe that means not good enough at your job, maybe it means not a good enough mother or wife, maybe it just means not a good enough person. Whatever your feelings of ...
Views: 1913(2 votes) - The Magic of EFT - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Pat BurnsEFT is magic! Okay, maybe it's not actually magic, but the results are so amazing that it's hard to remember that. EFT has had a profound affect on my life. I had been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome and osteoarthritis. I was in pain every minute of every day. I was ...
Views: 2928(2 votes) - Answer The Question; “Why Am I Here?” An Explanation of Limitations, Business Success, Life Purpose, and Regaining Motivation - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from David SamuelWhen we are young we ask the question of why am I here. This is normal for most people. Some have stopped asking and forgot they asked at all, and others still ask no matter how old they are. We look for an answer, ask our parents, teachers, anyone, but do not find anyone who can give a ...
Views: 1526(1 vote) - Worry Free With EFT! - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Pat BurnsAnxiety and worry are part of everyone’s life these days. Marrying, having children, working, getting the bills paid..those are all anxiety provoking. There really isn’t a way to eliminate anxiety and worry from our lives, but by using EFT, we can neutralize a lot of that worry, allowing us to ...
Views: 3278(3 votes) - No More Donuts For Me! - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Pat BurnsRecently I was leading a small group of tappers in weekly tap-togethers. Once of our main objectives was to try eliminating unhealthy junk food from our diets. When you have a weakness for a certain kind of snack food, it can be incredibly difficult to not eat that particular kind of food. ...
Views: 2011(5 votes) - Claustrophobia Gone With EFT - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Pat BurnsClaustrophobia can be a crippling condition for people who suffer with it. It can severely limit the things they do and the places they go. For others, they may not even realize that they are claustrophobic until something happens to trigger the condition. This was the case for me. I never ...
Views: 2567(2 votes) - Fear This: Simple Steps to Master Your Emotions for Good! - by Submitted on May 10, 2010 from Dr. Cindy BrownAs a behavior specialist and coach I know first hand that fear and phobias drastically affect many people every day. According to Wikipedia (a great online resource) “Fear is a powerful, unpleasant feeling of risk or danger, either real or imagined.” Now we can describe fear by many different ...
Views: 2045(1 vote) - Tapping Your Anger Away With EFT - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Pat BurnsAnger is a part of all our lives. If we’re really fortunate, we may not have a lot of people around us that make us mad. If we’re less fortunate, we may find that every day is a test for us, and that we spend an awful lot of time trying to stay calm in the face of irritations, aggravations and ...
Views: 3480(1 vote) - Conquering Stage Fright with Emotional Freedom Technique - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Bernadette HunterPeople who perform in front of audiences can have very special challenges. For some, it’s just a few jitters but for others, stage fright can be debilitating – or at least harrowing. There is plenty to worry about: dry mouth and shaking hands to begin with. And what about that difficult ...
Views: 3390(3 votes) - How To Stop Absorbing Other People’s Negative Emotions - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsEmotional freedom means learning how to stay centered in a stressful, highly emotionally charged world. Since emotions such as fear, anger, and frustration are energies, you can potentially “catch” them from people without realizing it. If you tend to be an emotional sponge, it’s vital to know ...
Views: 6878(2 votes) - Traumatic Birthing Memory Clears With Emotional Freedom Techniques – EFT - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2009 from Patzia Gonzalez"Connie" (not her real name) arrived feeling upset for her session. She had just read an article about a successful Home Birth after a difficult labor thanks to EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques). She too had wanted to have a Home Birth when her eldest son was born 22 years ago and ended up ...
Views: 1466(3 votes) - Pain from a Break-up Resolved with EFT - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2009 from Patzia GonzalezAs part of her ongoing "Life Makeover" psychotherapy process, Mia brought up her severe neck and shoulder pain in a session. I asked several questions regarding the pain, including when it had started. She said ten years ago. I then asked: What had happened ten years ago? Mia's eyes immediately ...
Views: 2463(3 votes) - Using Energy Psychology For Getting Free From Fear, Anxiety And Other Negative Emotions. - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Robert NajemyUsing Energy Psychology For Getting Free From Fear, Anxiety And Other Negative Emotions. In the last 35 years a number of new forms of psychotherapy have become very popular among psychologists, psychiatrists, doctors and other health professionals who work with human emotional, mental, ...
Views: 2893(1 vote) - Combining Law of Attraction with the Emotional Freedom Techniques for Success - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from Loren FogelmanAccording to the Law of Attraction, you have the ability to manifest your dreams. What you focus on you get more of. If that is true, what are your dreams? Consider your professional goals and what you want for yourself. How big do you dare to go? As children, we dream BIG. Remember how the ...
Views: 1058(6 votes) - Using Emotional Freedom Techniques to Dissolve Limiting Beliefs - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2009 from Noreen BarronWhat do you believe about yourself to be true? Do you realise these beliefs are the filter or screen through which you are living your life? One of the best ways of finding our beliefs is to state an affirmation in the positive. Do you hear any objections in your mind? If you do, these are your ...
Views: 2074(1 vote) - EFT for Parkinson’s – Solid Progress on a Difficult Case - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Jennifer Davidson(The following article was published in Gary Craig's newsletter, with a brief introductory note by him. Gary Craig is the founder of EFT (see www.emofree.com). Hi Everyone, Jennifer Davidson from Switzerland writes this MUST READ, engaging article on how she overcame many hurdles with her ...
Views: 4356(1 vote) - Help! I'm Allergic To Money! - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2009 from Karen BurtonMoney! To most people, this is a dirty word. To your body, it’s considered an allergy. So, how do YOU feel about Money? When you see someone who obviously has money, what do you think? What we feel and think about has a direct result on how we receive and keep money. If money is a dirty ...
Views: 2198 - Tapping Eliminates Childhood Food Beliefs - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Kate BeedersChildhood beliefs hold on to us so strongly without us even realizing they are still there. The use of tapping frequently helps adults quickly recognize what they are and then evaluate these beliefs to see how and if they still fit into their lives. Recently, I worked with a client named ...
Views: 1589(2 votes) - The Many Benefits of EFT for Coaches - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Anne Merkel, Ph.D. NDSometimes coaches have personal fears and doubts about various aspects of coaching. For example, if you have never experienced presenting a group coaching program or tele-class before, that can be very stressful. This is especially true when the recording mechanism doesn’t work or the call ...
Views: 3819(2 votes) - EFT and Childhood Beliefs - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Kate BeedersParents often teach their young children beliefs to protect them, however, those beliefs often get carried over into adult lives where they no longer are helpful. Recently, I worked with a woman, Laura, in her 30’s who had a hard time feeling comfortable in a group of strangers. Laura is a ...
Views: 2356(4 votes) - Using Emotional Freedom Techniques for Abundance - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2009 from Noreen Barron“Abundance is not something we acquire. It is something we tune into” - Wayne Dyer Abundance is an energy that we are a part of naturally. Abundance does not just mean having lots of money. However, if lots of money is what you really want, go for it! An excellent question to ask is – what do ...
Views: 1576 - Why Should I Forgive YOU? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Forrest SamnikIt's practically impossible to go through life without being hurt by somebody. Most of us humans have a hard time letting go of such injuries and carry these scars of pain, resentment and anger with us for months, years, or even a lifetime. Forgiveness can be a difficult concept to ...
Views: 3141(4 votes) - The Actor Metaphor: The Confidence of Knowing Who You Are by Eric Stone - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Eric StoneHuman beings organize their behavior as a function of the milieu they are in or think they are in. Seldom, do we realize that it is the milieu that controls our behavior patterns, not the behavior itself. Our overall demeanor at a bar is different than at work, at home with our children or while ...
Views: 4152(2 votes) - It's the Release that Teaches - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Brian ReidIt’s the Release That Teaches! “That’s not fair!” “You promised!” “Why won’t you listen to me?” “Why should I change, what about You?” *Are you tired of the same old stuff day in and day out? *Are you sick of being the only one who is changing? *Do you wish people would simply “Get ...
Views: 1219(2 votes) - EFT and the Dentist - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2009 from Pat BurnsNobody enjoys going to the dentist. It's something that we all know we have to do, but most of us dread. Even routine dental work can evoke an "oh, no!" feeling in a lot of us. I suspect that a lot of people had experiences similar to those that I had as a child. My parents took me to a ...
Views: 1924 - EFT and the Power of Forgiveness - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Pat BurnsIn 2005, after several years of chronic pain and all the misery that goes along with that, I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. My rheumatologist’s solution was to immediately medicate me. I was prescribed an antidepressant, 2 pain killers, and something to help me ...
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