Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)
What is EFT?
EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), popularly known as “Tapping”, is an emotional healing tool that clears emotional stressors and blocks. Developed by engineer Gary Craig and inspired largely from the work of Dr. Roger Callahan, EFT is easy to learn and flexible enough to be used by anyone.
EFT has been clinically approved, and is used worldwide by millions. The technique integrates the ancient science of acupressure with modern day “energy psychology”. It involves tapping gently on acupressure points on the hands, face and body and repeating specific phrases while focusing upon an issue we wish to resolve, which releases stress and emotional traumas. The basic theory behind EFT is that all negative emotions and behaviors, and many of the physical discomforts that they cause, are the result of disruptions to your body’s energy system. The term ‘energy system’ refers to the meridians used in Chinese acupuncture. These are energy channels that run throughout your body and through all of your major organs. Acupuncturists adjust their patients’ energy by inserting needles at specific points along the meridians. EFT works in the same way, but without the needles: instead, the fingers are used to tap on certain points on the body. Tapping on the acupuncture points and saying phrases out loud rewires this energy system. This creates a feeling of peace, calm, and liberation. it also engenders a cognition that is more empowering, and the individual is left feeling motivated and cleansed.
“85% of the illnesses are stress-induced.”
Psychological Stress and the Human immune System: A Meta-Analytic Study of 30 Years of inquiry. Segerstrom Suzanne , Miller gregory. Psychological Bulletin, Jul 2004.
EFT is probably one of the most powerful healing techniques in the world today! It can enable stress relief in seconds. Based on discoveries involving the body’s subtle energies, EFT has been proven to be over 80% clinically effective for stress, fears, depression, addictive cravings, weight loss and many other physical symptoms.
EFT is long-lasting, gentle and usually rapid. There are no drugs or equipment involved and it is easily learned. Once learnt, it can be self-applied.
“EFT allows us to release and transform the way uncomfortable feelings like hurt, guilt, fear, or anger may be affecting our experience. EFT can also be used to help transform the thoughts and beliefs behind our emotional experiences. After just a few rounds of tapping, people often report feeling lighter and calmer and able to breathe more easily – almost as if they now have more space inside. They may report that their thinking has changed, they have gained new insights or that they are feeling better, overall.”
https://eftinternational.org/wp-content/uploads/EFT-International-Free-Tapping-Manual.pdf
More Information: Get a free booklet on EFT – https://vitalitylivingcollege.info/how-to-gain-emotional-freedom-and-peace/
What Can EFT Help With?
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Relieve stress and promote general relaxation
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Release and transform painful, uncomfortable or “negative” emotions like anxiety, sadness, anger, guilt, frustration, etc.
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Improve or even eliminate some types of physical discomfort or pain
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Health effects of emotional trauma whether you remember the incident or not, and whether the emotional trauma came from one event or many
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Diminish cravings for food and addictive substances
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Resolve financial blocks and help us change our financial behavior
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Address relationship problems
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Resolve emotional eating and weight issues
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Ameliorate or relieve symptoms from diagnosed physical and psychological health conditions, e.g. diabetes, PCOS, sexual disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, etc., or the distress caused by them, by working on the underlying emotional issues
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Relieve phobias and other fears, irrational or otherwise
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Relieve the symptoms of PTSD
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Foster better sleep and sleep habits
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Increase self-esteem, clear-thinking, positive feelings and a sense of greater peace
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Improve performance (artistic, professional, athletic, sexual, etc.)
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Maximize creativity, visioning, and goal-setting
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Increase energy and productivity
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Empower children, parents and families
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Benefit the lives of animals (with surrogate tapping)
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Promote spiritual growth, self-empowerment and confidence
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Move us beyond self-limiting beliefs and open us towards greater possibilities
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And so much more...
EFT with Chathuri
I provide EFT sessions as a part of an integrated therapeutic practice and transformational process, in combination with other modalities as per client requirements (for more information, see my services):
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Age groups: adolescents and adults
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Languages: English and Sinhala
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Time Zone: Indian Standard Time (IST)
Contact me via email or WhatsApp if you are interested in transforming your life with EFT, and would like to schedule a FREE 60-minute consultation call with me.
I am a certified EFT practitioner, trained by international trainer and speaker Dr. Rangana Rupavi Chaudhuri (PhD) at Vitality Living College.
The above text on EFT has been extracted from the sources below:
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EFT International. Free Tapping Manual: A comprehensive introductory guide to EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) - https://eftinternational.org/wp-content/uploads/EFT-International-Free-Tapping-Manual.pdf
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Vitality Living College. Heal Your Emotions to Heal Your Life: Unleash health, happiness and vitality - https://vitalitylivingcollege.info/how-to-gain-emotional-freedom-and-peace/
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“What Is EFT Tapping? A Detailed Scientific Guide on Emotional Freedom Technique” - https://www.everydayhealth.com/wellness/eft-tapping/guide/#:~:text=In%20a%20clinical%20setting%20with,depression%2C%20phobias%2C%20and%20PTSD.
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What I Offer
In my psycho-spiritual work, I combine Tarot with Oracle cards, a modern version of cartomancy, for greater insight and validation.
I currently offer 2 types of services based on card readings:
Tarot Readings: These are readings for providing guidance regarding any aspect, relationship or situation in your life. These can be done for both individuals and couples and are one-off readings (i.e. reading is completed in one session).
Tarot for Transformation: These are psycho-spiritual coaching/counselling sessions where Tarot is used as a tool for accessing information at conscious and unconscious levels, along with other tools where required, for deep inner healing and transformation. Therapeutic in nature, these require several sessions depending on the nature of the requirement and the goal that will be determined during the preliminary session. These sessions are more interactive and require the active participation of the client, and involve reflective exercises and integrative practices between sessions. Hence this method is recommended for those who feel the need for and can commit to a serious process of self-exploration and transformation. This method can be used for individuals, couples and groups, however, currently I am taking only individual clients.
Price: USD 30 (international) / LKR 3,000 (local) per hour per person
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Anusha (Sri Lanka)
I would like to say that this is the best choice I have made so far regarding my mental wellbeing. I overcame sadness, guilt, loneliness, worrying, dependency, hatred, and practiced gratitude, loving kindness and bless people all the time. Chathuri guided me to the path of self-confidence, healing from childhood trauma and be the positive Anusha I wanted to be. I have done a lot of inner work by myself as guided by Chathuri. Also, every day I am practicing breathwork, meditations and specially EFT tapping, which is now really essential in my mental wellbeing. So far, the best thing I have understood was regarding people, and I have become so much more empathetic towards them. It is such a great understanding. Thanks so much Chathuri, for making me a happy person without any pain!
Bhagyashree (India)
I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for the transformative sessions on Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) that I had the pleasure of taking with you. The impact on my struggle with PCOS has been nothing short of fabulous. Your expertise and guidance throughout the sessions were exceptional. The techniques you shared were not only effective but also tailored to address the specific challenges. I appreciate your attentive and supportive approach, creating a safe space for me to explore and work through emotional barriers. The positive results I've experienced have surpassed my expectations. It's evident that your deep understanding of EFT and its application is making a meaningful difference in the lives of those you work with.
Thank you once again for your dedication and skill in helping me navigate this journey towards better health. I look forward to continuing this positive momentum and highly recommend your services to others seeking support in similar areas.
Shani (Sri Lanka)
Thank you so much for your guidance throughout the last six sessions. I needed that and the universe directed you towards me for me to receive it. Sessions with you made me analyse my situation and address the real problem. It has liberated me and I feel much much better. I became more focused, less procrastinating and more organized. I also became honest and shared my real problem and started to address that. Now I feel liberated and hopeful for a new and better life. My practitioner Chathuri gave me my own space and time to discover myself. She is a wonderful listener and guided me throughout the sessions. She knows what is doing for the best of it. The whole session was fantastic! Thank you and I wish you all the best in everything you do!
Chathurika (Sri Lanka)
A few days after my final self-mastery session with you, I was intrigued to make a sketch.
I dedicate this drawing to you.
Title of the drawing: "Even roses were in the dark before they decided to bloom".
I can relate to it, in two ways:
1. I was smothered in the darkness previously and you brought light into my world and made me see things I never saw before, viz., an illustration of my past state vs. future state.
2. The darkness I experience in life is what helps me flourish. There wouldn't be light without darkness. It's not a negative thing.
I can confidently say that through every session with you, I experienced life-changing learning and realizations. Week after week, you helped me relieve my pain and mental agonies, gradually but steadily.
1-12-23 Will be a date that will stay in my mind until I die. That was when I had my final session with you. You helped me see happiness in the purest form. With the vision you helped me create, I will always reminisce all the learning I gained. I learnt from you that there is so much power within myself. Storms come. But now I am able to endure and withstand them without being blown away or without breaking down relentlessly. You taught me techniques and skills to apply to feel light and hopeful.
For all the learnings you imparted on me, thank you. I thank you with my whole heart.
All the best to you Chathuri!
