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What We ll Cover Beyond the Basics Exactly what are tapping points and where they are located How to discover YOUR Important / Potent Points Why does tapping work: The energetic, emotional and physical benefit of EACH tapping point Specific balancing affirmations for each tapping point, and A Tapping Routine that takes only minutes to balance your energies and your emotions so you are calmer and more positive through the day
Why Listen to Gwenn? EFT Tapping Expert Gwenn Bonnell Sharing EFT Tapping and Energy Medicine since 1998 TWS yearly presenter IGEEM Presenter past two years Trained with Gary Craig (EFT), Donna Eden (Energy Medicine) Touch for Health (Applied Kinesiology) Small Animal Acupressure Acupressure Mastery (Michael Gach)
What Are The Tapping Points? Acupuncture/Acupressure Points Along Meridians (Pathways of Energy) In depressions between bones, muscles and tendons May feel a connection, soreness or settling in a hollow Tap with 2 fingers in general area stimulates a point
What Are The Meridians? Interconnecting pathways of energy that flow through body Similar to how veins carry blood Complete circuit of energy flow Mapped thousands of years ago by Chinese Medicine Modern technology measures
Meridian Flow One Continuous Flow Tapping one acupoint can clear stuck energy All meridians affected Energy flowing smoothly Body has what it needs for physical and emotional health
Why Does Tapping Work? Uses the electro-magnetic energy of the small palpable acu-points that are closest to the surface of the skin. Tapping points are connections between the positive and negative (yin-yang) energy flowing through the body (think of a battery with it s two polarities). Tapping to release a block or constriction in the energy flow supports body functions and releases emotional stress.
Why Does Tapping Work? Functional MRI shows stimulating acupuncture points changes how the brain processes the stress-stimuli response. Balances energy flow while focusing on what would normally cause a stress response. Next time the same/similar stress trigger appears, brain reacts with a calming response rather than fight-or-flight Stress trigger is no longer a stress trigger!
Your Potent Point(s) Tapping points that are sore or tender Points that you feel a release while tapping (deep breath, yawn, etc.) Points that correspond to specific emotions Emotional First Aid Points EFT on steroids!
Tapping with Affirmations Tapping stimulates the acu-meridian system, the template for the body s electrical system. Tapping acupoints goes to the source of life in the body. When affecting that level of reality, it s important to have an intention of making a change (Affirmation) Tapping puts that intention into the body s electrical system Rebuilds the infra-structure of your life experiences
Tapping Points Location & Meridian What It Affects What It Regulates What It Governs Energetically Disrupted Energy Flowing Energy Balancing Affirmations
Tapping Points: Karate Chop Point Small Intestine Meridian (SI-3) Location: Side of the hand below the little (baby) finger, in the depression below the knuckle. TIP: Find it by doing the Karate Chop motion on the edge of a table
Karate Chop Point (SI-3) SI Meridian energy flow begins at tip of baby finger and flows through the head Affects - Pituitary (master gland) - Entire endocrine system Regulates - Growth - Metabolism - Immune system - Sexual function
Karate Chop Point (SI-3) Benefits - Finger, arm, shoulder, neck/back stiffness/pain - Ear problems: deafness, tinnitus - Eye disorders - Fever, headache - Perspiration at night Regulates - Refines partially digested food from stomach - Separates pure from impure - Helps body assimilate purified nutrients - Moves impure waste to Large Intestine for elimination
Karate Chop Point (SI-3) Energetically governs Psychological Reversal Setup Statement: Gives energy system & body permission to assimilate wisdom from experiences and release trauma emotions from body. TIP Reset body s polarities by tapping both KC Points together
Karate Chop Point (SI-3) Disrupted Energy Simple decisions difficult Hold on to toxic emotions Past experiences stuck in body Feel divided, pulled in opposite directions Self Sabotage Sorrow, Sadness
Karate Chop Point (SI-3) Flowing Energy Allows Ability to judge clearly Easily make decisions Absorb the wisdom from past experiences Detach from past emotional energy Move forward in your life with grace and joy
Karate Chop Point (SI-3) Affirmations: I easily assimilate and absorb all the wisdom from my past experiences I easily decide what I need to do to overcome this problem I release the past with joy I see myself moving forward with joy and with ease.
Tapping Points: Eye Brow Point Bladder Meridian (BL-2) Location: Indents of Eye Sockets, either side where the bridge of nose meets the ridge of eyebrows TIP: Bad day? Instinctively pinch these points because it relieves mental stress
Eye Brow Point (BL-2) BL Meridian bilateral energy flow begins at inside corner of eye, runs up forehead, around head, down neck, down side of the spine, down back of leg and off the little toe. Affects & Regulates - Nervous system - Body s control and communication - Coordinates voluntary & involuntary actions - Transmits millions of pieces of info per second
Eye Brow Point (BL-2) Disrupted Energy Can t access/process info that helps you solve problems May feel helpless about future World seems fearful Anxious, Nervous Restless, Impatient Frustrated BL2 Zan Zhu Bladder 2 Bamboo Gathering
Eye Brow Point (BL-2) Flowing Energy Able to Fulfill your Potential Energies Back You Up Hopeful; Bright Future Relaxes Nervous System Patient, Calm and Serene In Harmony, At Peace
Eye Brow Point (BL-2) Affirmations I am hopeful. I am in harmony. I am at Peace. I comfortably and easily release the old and welcome the new in my life. I am safe.
Bladder Meridian Tip Tapping/massaging along both sides of the spine affects all the other meridians & relaxes the nervous system Useful for children, animals and skeptical tappers
Tapping Points: Side of the Eye Point Gall Bladder Meridian (GB-1) Location: Indentation at the outside of either eye between corner bone of eye & temple TIP: Neck & Shoulder Tension sign of blocked energy along this meridian path, can cause tension headaches
Side of Eye Point (GB-1) GB Meridian energy flow begins at side of eye, loops around ear on skull, down neck, down side of body along ribs to waist, on back into sacrum, down outside of leg, ends on the outside of the 4 th toe. Affects - Helps Lymph System clear toxins - Eliminates muscle aches and fatigue Regulates - Digestion & Metabolism - Stores & secretes Bile - Metabolizes fats and oils - Supports muscular strength & vitality
Side of Eye Point (GB-1) Flowing Energy Have gall Dare to make decisions Have courage and initiative to take action on those decisions Tolerance Kindness
Side of Eye Point (GB-1) Disrupted Energy Wake up suddenly at night Unable to fall back asleep Bile of tearing things apart Anger, resentment, rage at what you judge as toxic from the day s events Totally Compromised Energy Timid, indecisive Easily discouraged
Side of Eye Point (GB-1) Affirmations I reach out with kindness and forgiveness. I reach out with love. I easily make courageous decisions about my life purpose and have the initiative to take action. I choose to joyfully release the past. Life is sweet and so am I.
Tapping Points: Under Eye Point Stomach Meridian (ST-2) Location: Directly below the pupil of the eye (focused forward), in the depression below the cheek bone. TIP: Dr. Callahan used these points to stop Mary s nausea and start the tapping revolution! ST2 Si Bai Stomach 2 Four Whites
Under Eye Point (ST-2) ST Meridian bilateral energy flow begins under the eyeball, goes up around eyes to side of nose, down the face, down the front of body and front of the legs, off 2 nd toe. Affects & Regulates - Digests food - Nourishment - Grounds to earth energy (dizziness) - Vision, eyes, facial pain & headaches - Nausea & digestive problems
Under Eye Point (ST-2) Energetically Governs Source of body s energies Trusting that universe supports you and meets your needs VS feeling source of next meal is threatened: worry, gloom and (obsessive) fear of never being satisfied
Under Eye Point (ST-2) Disrupted Energy Disappointment Disgust Greed Emptiness, Deprivation Bitterness Nausea Hunger (never satisfied)
Under Eye Point (ST-2) Flowing Energy Trust in the Larger picture Feel connected and supported Content Tranquil
Under Eye Point (ST-2) Affirmations I let go of worry. I trust in the process (or the Universe). I am content, I am tranquil. I am happy to be me. All my needs are always satisfied.
Tapping Points: Under Nose Point Governing Meridian (GV-26) Middle of a Person Location: 1/3 the distance from the bottom of the nose to the top of the lip NOT Bi-lateral Microcosmic Orbit
Under Nose Point (GV-26) GV Midline Meridian energy flow begins at base of spine, travels up spine, up center of back of neck, over the midline of head, down center of face, ends in mouth on the gums. Affects The back (Spinal Cord) Gather all Yang Energies Circulates body s Guardian Qi (Protection) Gives you the backbone to stand up for self
Under Nose Point (GV-26) Regulates Calms the spirit Revives consciousness (shock or seizures) Benefits Back (esp. lumbar) pain Clears Nasal Congestion Stops Nosebleeds Sweating & Hot Flashes
Under Nose Point (GV-26) Flowing Energy Healthy pride and sense of self Able to stand tall and overcome any problem GV26 Shui Gou Governing Vessel 26 Disrupted Energy Embarrassment Lack courage to move forward No backbone
Under Nose Point (GV-26) Affirmations Yes, I can. I am standing tall and overcoming any problem. I have the power to get through (this problem). I am tapping into superhero power because that gives me the courage to do what I need to change.
Tapping Points: Chin Point Central Meridian (CO-24) Aka Conception Vessel Location: In the groove of the chin, below the center of the lower lip. TIP: Are you trying to Hook Up by tapping these points? CV24 Cheng Jiang Conception Vessel 24
Chin Point (CO-24) CO Meridian midline energy flow begins in center of pelvic bone, travels straight up the midline of front of body the chin point. Disrupted Energy: Feel Vulnerable TIP: ZIP UP to protect
Chin Point (CO-24) Governs & Regulates Yin channel energies: Uterus, genitals & abdominal fluids Gum, teeth, mouth & face Sudden loss of voice Excess saliva or thirst Neck stiffness
Chin Point (CO-24) Flowing Energy Stay centered, feel secure even with major shifts, changes or challenges. Affirmations I am clear, centered and secure. I am confident about how I will meet this challenge.
Tapping Points: Collar Bone Point KI27 Shu Fu Kidney 27 Shu Mansion Kidney Meridian (K-27) Location: Follow clavicle to protrusion at the head of collar bone bump, go out and down about an inch (indentation) Bi-lateral Governs, controls and houses healing energy
Collar Bone Point (K-27) K Bi-Lateral Meridian energy flow begins at ball of foot, up inside of foot, loops around ankle, travels up inside of the leg, up the abdomen a couple inches on either side of midline of the body, up the chest to the tapping points. Regulates: Kidney has life-sustaining job of filtering toxins from blood & out of body. Powerful Association Point
Collar Bone Point (K-27) Affects Relaxes/opens chest, heart, cardio system, throat Adrenal Glands on top of kidneys release hormones - Metabolism and vitality - Fluid & ph balance - Immune system - Sexual potency & fertility - Backaches
Collar Bone Point (K-27) Disrupted Energy Fearful Isolation Shame of not keeping you alive (by filtering toxins) Fear, Fear of Intimacy Hold back from life Flowing Energy Gentle with Self Stepping out gently Give whole spirit to life
Collar Bone Point (K-27) Affirmations I am gentle with myself. I choose to understand what I no longer need in my life and release it with gratitude. I give my whole life to spirit and my whole spirit to life.
Tapping Points: Under Arm Point Spleen Meridian (SP-21) Location: Under the arm, about 4 inches beneath the armpit crease In line with a man s nipples Around the area of a women s bra strap TIP: Use an open hand to tap this point. SP21 Da Bao Spleen 21 Great Embracement
Under Arm Point (SP-21) SP Meridian bi-lateral energy flow Begins inside big toe, Up inside of legs, Up trunk of body along outside of rib cage, Up to the armpit crease Down to tapping point.
Under Arm Point (SP-21) Regulates Spleen & Pancreas are the great metabolizers Control extraction & assimilation of nutrients from food & drink Converts what was outside of you into what is you in all forms, includes emotions to experiences
Under Arm Point (SP-21) Affects Nutrients in blood Benefits tendons & bones Mouth, lips & saliva Supports chest & diaphragm Coughing & Asthma
Under Arm Point (SP-21) Worry Disrupted Energy Excessive thinking Self-doubt Over compassionate Unable to assimilate input from outside world Resist change
Under Arm Point (SP-21) Flowing Energy Trust, honesty, openness Acceptance, Impartiality Fairness toward self Metabolizes input Accepts and easily assimilates change
Under Arm Point (SP-21) Affirmations I have faith and trust in my future. I feel compassion for myself. I easily assimilate positive change into my life. I love and approve of myself
GV20 Bai Hui Governing Vessel 20 Hundred Meetings Tapping Points: Crown/Top of Head Governing Vessel Meridian (GV-20) Hundred Meetings Location: Draw a line up to the crown from the top of each ear. Midline TIP: Use LAST in tapping sequence as final balancing.
Crown/Top of Head (GV-20) Regulates Calms the Spirit & the Brain Balances Yang energies Clears agitation Affects Dizziness Headaches Memory / mental congestion
Crown/Top of Head Alternate Final Balancing Palm over Crown Point Other palm over center of chest (Heart Chakra/CV-19), or Fingertips on 3 rd eye points (bridge of nose and a finger width above). Breathe Deeply.
Daily Meridian Balancing Protocol Tap with your most electric finger Deep Breathing at each point - Releases stuck energy and stuck emotions - Bring Qi (life force) into body - Internal Massage
Final Thoughts & Next Steps Incorporate tapping protocol into daily routine Use balancing affirmations at each tapping point when appropriate Discover and use your Potent Points in a pinch Understanding and integrating this knowledge empowers & expands your tapping practice Thank you for sharing in this self-discovery journey and please use this to step more fully into yourself!
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