Increasing your effectiveness with EFT, part 187.
EFT is often used to work through emotions, memories, stress, and patterns from the past. But another area where tapping can be incredibly meaningful is our connection, or lack of connection, to something greater than ourselves. For some people this is God. For others it might be the Universe, fate, intuition, or even a sense of “luck.” Whatever the framework, our beliefs about a higher power often shape how we view ourselves, what we feel is possible in our lives, and what we feel we deserve.
When Spiritual Wounds Become Emotional Wounds
Many people carry painful experiences that have influenced their spiritual beliefs. For example, someone might feel that they are unlucky, or that they have missed opportunities that were once available to them. Others may feel unseen or abandoned by God. Some believe they are being punished for reasons they cannot understand. And for many, there have been moments when they asked for help and felt disappointed or ignored.
These experiences often become emotional wounds that affect not only spirituality but also daily life. They shape what feels possible, what feels safe to hope for, and how much support we believe we are allowed to receive.
How These Beliefs Affect Our Lives
If you happen to believe in manifestation or the law of attraction, these beliefs can create internal resistance. Thoughts like “I have always been unlucky” or “God does not care about me” can interfere with your ability to imagine or receive what you want.
If you do not believe in manifestation, the same beliefs can still have a profound impact. They can affect how you interpret events and whether you notice opportunities that arise. They can also weaken motivation, because it is harder to take action toward something if a quiet inner voice keeps repeating, “What is the point? I will fail anyway.”
Whatever your worldview, these beliefs are worth addressing with care and compassion.
Using EFT to Work with These Beliefs
One way to begin tapping on these themes is simply to allow yourself to sit with your actual thoughts and feelings about God, the Universe, or luck while tapping through the points. This is similar to giving the microphone to the part of you that carries these beliefs. Sometimes a mental image or metaphor naturally comes to mind, and we can tap with that as well.
For example:
- “When I think about my luck, I feel disappointed. It feels like rolling a dice that never goes my way. And this is where I am right now.”
- “When I think about God, I feel angry and confused. I can almost imagine Him actively deciding to ignore me. And this is where I am right now.”
- “When I remember asking for help and feeling ignored, I can see my younger self curled up on the floor, and it hurts in my chest. And this is where I am right now.”
Tapping while acknowledging these honest thoughts helps the emotional charge soften over time.
We can also tap on the specific memories that shaped these beliefs. Perhaps there were moments when you prayed for something and were devastated when it did not happen. Or times when something unfair happened and it seemed like the Universe was indifferent or even hostile. By gently tapping while holding these memories, the stored emotional intensity can be released, which often leads to a deeper sense of clarity and peace.
Working Respectfully with Spiritual Beliefs
I am very mindful that spiritual beliefs are deeply personal. My goal is never to impose a particular perspective but to work within each client’s worldview. Whether you identify as religious, spiritual, agnostic, or something else entirely, EFT can help you process the emotional charge behind these beliefs and find a sense of peace that feels authentic to you.
For some people this means reconnecting with a sense of support or guidance. For others it means softening painful beliefs and developing a more compassionate relationship with themselves. Whatever the goal, EFT offers a gentle and flexible way to work with the parts of us that feel hurt, disappointed, or disconnected.
A Path Toward Greater Peace
Our relationship with something greater than ourselves often influences how we understand our lives. By using EFT to explore the wounds, worries, and hopes that live in that space, we give ourselves the chance to heal old hurts and open up to new possibilities.
You do not need to force a new belief, and you do not need to ignore your doubts. You only need to allow yourself to tap while meeting yourself exactly where you are. Over time, the emotional charge softens, insights emerge more naturally, and a gentler sense of connection begins to grow.
I’m Bruno Sade, a clinical psychologist and Certified Advanced EFT Practitioner. Helping you manage emotional reactions and release triggers that keep you stuck in old emotional patterns — in a way that feels safe and tailored to your preferences and needs.
If you’re curious about what it’s like to work with a practitioner and are exploring the possibility of having EFT sessions with someone, I currently offer a free EFT tapping session for those who’ve never worked with me before.
It’s a gentle, no-pressure way to experience how this works and see if it feels like a good fit.
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