Increasing your effectiveness with EFT, part 146. When working through an unpleasant emotional reaction, like the fear of public speaking, it’s common to experience an added layer of self-judgment or frustration about feeling that way in the first place. This “double negative mindset” can compound the original emotion, making it even harder to process and …
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Increasing your effectiveness with EFT, part 149. Our childhood experiences often play a much bigger role in our adult lives than we realize. The way we were treated—or not treated—by the people closest to us can leave behind “emotional wounds” that quietly influence how we feel, act, and relate to others. These wounds can act like …
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Increasing your effectiveness with EFT, part 145. Body positivity is a movement that promotes the acceptance and appreciation of all body types, challenging harmful societal norms and beauty standards. Its goal is to celebrate bodies as they are, embracing diversity in size, shape, ability, and beyond. While this movement has brought many benefits, like fostering …
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Increasing your effectiveness with EFT, part 144. When practicing EFT, it’s essential to pause and reassess after every one or two rounds of tapping. This pause helps us determine how we are feeling now and what to focus on next. Should we continue tapping on the same phrase, or has another layer of emotion or …
Increasing your effectiveness with EFT, part 143. Public speaking is a common source of stress and anxiety for many people. Whether you’re preparing for an upcoming presentation or reflecting on one that didn’t go as planned, the fear of speaking in front of others can be overwhelming. The good news is that EFT (Emotional Freedom …
Increasing your effectiveness with EFT, part 142. When you’re dealing with a problem or challenging situation, sharing your emotions with someone you trust can be incredibly helpful. But how often do we clearly communicate what we need from the other person? Sometimes, we just need to vent. Other times, we’re seeking advice. Or maybe we …
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I’m excited to share a special interview that came out today, where EFT Trainer Jules Vandermaat and I dive into my personal journey with EFT. In this conversation, I reflect on how EFT has profoundly impacted various aspects of my life, including: • Easing the fear of judgment (that constant worry about what …
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Increasing your effectiveness with EFT, part 141. We live in a world that constantly bombards us with unrealistic ideals, not just about beauty, but also about emotions. Just as we’re inundated with images of flawless appearances, we’re also surrounded by an expectation of relentless positivity and happiness. The message is clear: you should be happy, grateful, and positive …
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Increasing your effectiveness with EFT, part 140. I’ve recently started reading a fascinating book titled Toxic Positivity by Whitney Goodman. Goodman discusses how much of today’s positivity lingo, although well-intentioned, can actually be counterproductive. Many positive statements we hear or say to ourselves are oversimplified and lack nuance, compassion, and curiosity. Instead of helping, they can dismiss or …
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Increasing your effectiveness with EFT, part 139. Setting boundaries can be challenging for many of us, especially if we’re used to putting others’ needs first. Often, we avoid the short-term discomfort of saying “no” to something we don’t truly want to do, like volunteering when we’re already stretched thin. However, this can lead to greater discomfort later on as …
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