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<<CLICK HERE TO SEE PRINTABLE VIEW>> THE SEQUENCE The Sequence you are about to learn is the second most important aspect of the technique. You must first focus on the issue being addressed and follow the tapping points outlined. Please note that we normally use an abbreviated sequence which we call the “shortcut” which consist of the first eight points. We find this usually takes care of the majority of the problems being addresses. However, we have also included additional points to be tapped when the first eight are not completely successful. THE EYE BROW (EB)
As you tap the eyebrow point (EB), say the words “this stress” or “that phone call” or something that identifies the stressful event or issue for which you started tapping in the first place. This is a reminder phrase that is intended to keep your mind on the issue at hand and it may change as you go through the various points.
SIDE OF EYE (SE) Tap the side of either eye as close to the eye as is comfortable for you between 5-7 times saying “this stress” or whatever the issue is in a shortened version. Again, use the 1st and 2nd finger to tap.
Tap under the eye on the orbital bone approximately ½ inch under the eye between 5-7 times saying “this stress” or anything else that applies to the issue that is relevant and perhaps different than the first or second reminder phrases. This gives the subconscious something new and different to work on as you go along. Again, use your 1st and 2nd fingers to tap while you go along through the points. UNDER NOSE (UN) (NO PHOTO) Tap under the nose between the bottom of the nose and the top of the upper lip 5-7 times saying the reminder phrase “that bastard” or anything else that fits the bill at that point using both fingers. The reason we've added profanity here is to point out the fact that many people talk to themselves using profanity of one sort or another and sometimes it takes that type of wording to effect a change. It’s how one talks to themselves that makes the wording most effective in our experience. UNDER MOUTH (UM) Tap under the lower lip (above the chin) 5-7 times with your first and second fingers while saying “this stress” or anything else that fits the situation. Its important to remember that you don't have to tap too hard to be effective. A simple gentle tap is usually just as effective as a hard pounding type of tap. Often people feel that the harder they tap, the better it will “take effect” but that has not been our experience so far. Usually what brings about the most effective change in the shortest time is the right wording.
You may tap on either or both of the two collar bone points. They are located as shown in the photo under the throat and below the Adam's apple where the two long collar bones meet at the base of the neck. They actually feel like two little bumps with a small hollow between them. Tap either or both points 5-7 times each with the 1st and 2nd fingers while saying “this stress” or such other similar statement that fits the issue being addressed. Again, it is not necessary to tap too hard as the body knows what to do with the physical input.
Tap under either or both arms in the center of the body (from front to back) and about 4 inches below the armpit. This will be about the same distance as the palm of your hand below the armpit or, if you are a woman, at the bra strap level. Tap 5-7 times with both fingers as stated before while saying “this stress” or anything else that is appropriate for the issue being addressed.
Tap with one or both hands on top of the head. Continually tap (approximately 5-7 times) and say “this stress” or whatever else is appropriate.
You have just completed the shortened version of the EFT Sequence. We find that this “shortcut” is usually sufficient to accomplish the task at hand since eight meridians have been tapped. However, in certain cases we continue along the points shown below if we have not gotten exceptional results using the shortcut alone. ADDITIONAL POINTS THUMB NAIL POINT (TN)
INDEX FINGER (IF)
MIDDLE FINGER (MF)
RING FINGER (NO PHOTO) You may skip the ring finger since it plays no major role in this sequence of tapping, however, there are certain energy techniques that use the ring finger (also known as the “triple warmer”). If you choose to use it, tap in the same fashion as the other fingers. PINKY FINGER (PF)
We end the sequence by tapping the Karate Chop spot which is the edge of the hand where a karate expert might “chop” a piece of wood with his or her hand. Tap 5-7 times with two fingers while saying for the last time “this stress” or other similar statements. |
Start by tapping on a point at the beginning of the eyebrow next to the nose. You may use either or both sides of the face at the same time. Use the index and middle fingers together to “tap” between 5-7 times on this point. We say 5-7 times because this is not an exact science. If it was, you could “tap” once on the correct point and be done with it, but since this is not an exact science, multiple taps assure that the point is struck.
UNDER EYE (UE)
COLLAR BONE POINTS (CB)
Tap along the area where the bed of the thumb nail and the skin of the thumb are joined. Tap at the point of the nail that is just bending to form the bottom rounded area of the nail 5-7 times with the 1st or 2nd finger while saying “this stress” or whatever else is appropriate.
Tap on the same point of the nail of the index finger as on the thumb nail along the bed of the nail at the point where the nail starts to bend into the bottom rounded portion of the nail 5-7 time with one or two fingers while saying “this stress” or whatever else is appropriate for the issue at hand.
Tap on the edge of the nail bed where it meets the skin at the point where the nail starts to bend at the bottom of the nail 5-7 times with one or two fingers while saying “this stress” or anything else that is appropriate for the issue at hand.
Tap the nail bed at the corner of the nail where the nail bed starts to bend at the bottom of the nail 5-7 times with one or two fingers while continuing to say “this stress” or some similar statement about the same topic.
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