Tapping into Your Mental Health
Tapping and how it helps you explained
What do Kate Middleton (The Duchess of Cornwell), Oprah Winfrey (TV producer, actress, & author), Tony Robbins (author, speaker, & philanthropist), Devon Allen (US Olympian), and Jack Canfield (Co-author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul Series) have in common?
Besides being well-known accomplished individuals, they all engage in the practice of tapping. Like tap dancing? Nope, like EFT/Tapping. EFT stands for Emotional Freedom Technique.
Watch how USA Olympian, Devon Allen, use tapping to prepare for his 110-meter hurdle race at the RIO 2016 Olympics here. In this brief video, Tony Robbins explains and endorses the power behind tapping!
What is EFT Tapping?
Tapping is a non-invasive evidenced based therapy technique that uses self-administered light consecutive tapping on 7-9 acupressure points located on the face and chest. This technique can provide significant relief from distress, anxiety, decrease unwanted cravings, and even improve personal performance and feelings of self-confidence. According to Nick Ortner of The Tapping Solution App, in under 10 minutes you can reduce stress and anxiety up to 41%.
Is Tapping Scientifically Proven?
Since the inception of tapping in 1995, it has been determined in over 100 studies that EFT is an efficient and effective treatment for reducing the physiological symptoms associated with stress, anxiety, depression and other mental health related issues. Take a few minutes to watch this video produced by Weight Management Psychology, as they explain the effects of tapping on the brain and why outcomes can be rapid, effective, and sustainable https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpAICLoh8yg. In a 2020 randomized controlled trial examining the effects of EFT on stress, this study concluded EFT significantly decreased levels of cortisol, a hormone associated with stress. Other studies suggest this practice can also reduce an individual’s heart rate and blood pressure.
How Do I Tap?
Learning how to tap can take just a few minutes! Check out this brief tapping tutorial video, featuring EFT Universe Founder and best-selling author Dawson Church, to learn the simple sequence of tapping. Check out other helpful resources on tapping located on the EFT Universe website by clicking this link!
The Tapping Solution App is a tool available for download on all mobile devices, through the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. This App offers hundreds of guided tapping meditations addressing issues such as fear, anxiety, depression, productivity, weight & body confidence, chronic pain, motivation, and more. There are even features specific to teachers and former military.
How Does Lake Norman Family Therapy Help with Tapping?
Do you want to reduce stress and anxiety in your own life? Consider trying EFT tapping.
If you are interested in The Tapping Solutions App, Lake Norman Family Therapy is authorized to provide a link to 50% off an annual subscription of the Tapping Solutions App’s meditations and other features to current clients. Please inquire with your therapist for access to this link.
Don’t have a therapist but you are thinking you would you like to connect with one to learn more about tapping or other ways to reduce stress and anxiety? Lake Norman Family Therapy would be honored to serve you. Reach out using our Contact Us form today.
Tapping chart courtest of Capital EAP.
