Using Eft For Managing Panic Attacks And Phobias
A relatively new therapy, EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique has been used successfully by thousands of people for Managing panic attacks. Other alternative Cures for panic attacks include, hypnotherapy, reflexology and NLP.
Much like acupuncture, Emotional Freedom Technique uses the same principals. Commonly used in the practice of Chinese medicine, acupuncture uses long needles which are inserted lightly at precise points on the body to unblock disrupted energy flow in the meridian system.
Similarly, EFT is able to stimulate flow of chi by accessing major meridian points on the body. Relief from emotional distress and physical ailments can be very quick since the meridian system is worked on directly. Unlike Acupuncture, EFT uses the fingertips to stimulate the meridian points by tapping on them.
It’s been long known that the mind and body are connected and that one affects the other. Stress can be felt emotionally and physically, and can be seen as a disturbance of energy flow in the body. We may experience anxiety and Panic Symptoms and a build up of tension inside.
When you tap a sequence of meridian points on your body it rebalances energy flow, the body and mind calms down, adrenaline levels reduce and negative emotions subside. The tapping of the meridian points is combined with the use of affirmations during practice. This is why EFT is so effective at healing the mind and body because the core problem is identified as well as treating its negative effects on the energy system.
Although EFT is a fairly new therapy, it’s use and success has spread across the globe. EFT isn’t just effective at emotional issues and managing panic attacks. It’s also effective at dealing with physical pain. Knowing a little about the meridian energy system is useful but it’s not essential since EFT is very easy to apply. Lots of information is out there teaching you exactly how to use the technique.
Apart from the actual tapping itself, it’s important that the core problem is recognized and worked on. Make a mental note of the problem you want to solve or put it down on paper before you start the tapping. Using positive statements in EFT is very important for maximum results. A healthy love and respect for oneself is healthy for the mind and body to grow and develop positively.
The brilliance of EFT is that it can be used anywhere and its quick which makes managing panic attacks much easier. When you experience the first signs of anxiety, apply the technique for quick relief. Affirmations are best used out aloud but merely thinking about them may also work. If you feel embarrassed tapping in public, try massaging the meridian points with your finger tips or doing it in private.
EFT doesn’t promise 100% success rate, but it’s important to apply it regularly to see significant results. You have to remember that emotional issues can run deep, which means that EFT can sometimes take more than a few times to work. Don’t be afraid to use the technique for other physical and emotional problems. Regular practice will gradually improve the energy flow in the body.