Anxiety or Panic Attacks
Anxiety or Panic Attacks Can be Debilitating
By Juanita Ecker
Do you suffer from anxiety or panic attacks? Maybe you have a fear of heights. Maybe you are afraid to speak in public. Or maybe you have panic attacks in a business situation. Whatever it is, extreme anxiety that leads to a panic attack can be quite debilitating. If you have had a panic attack in the past, you start to fear you will have another one. Then, you start to avoid any situation where one might occur. This pattern can limit your life and the choices you make. About a year ago, out of the blue, I started having panic attacks every time I would go over a tal [...]My Pet Just Died; Can EFT Help Me Feel Better?
My Pet Just Died; Can EFT Help Me Feel Better?
By Juanita Ecker
A neighbor knocked on the door. She was visibly upset because her cat was missing and they were frantically searching for him. He was very old and quite sick. They were concerned that without his medicine, he would have seizures. She gave me a flyer with the cat’s picture and her phone number to call if we should see the cat. The very next night, we opened the door to see if our company had arrived and there was her cat sitting on our porch. We immediately let the cat in and gave him some food and water. They were thrilled to have their loved pet returned to them. A week later, s [...]How Can I Overcome Disappointment with EFT?
How Can I Overcome Disappointment with EFT?
By Juanita Ecker
We all have had to learn to deal with disappointment in one form or another. Disappointments start when we are young and continue throughout our lives. Most of us have learned to accept those disappointments as part of life. See if you can relate to any of these scenarios: Maybe you wanted to go to a certain university but never got accepted there. Maybe you had your heart set on someone you loved who never reciprocated those feelings. Maybe you were vying for a promotion and were overlooked once again. Maybe you always wanted to have a child but it was never meant to be. Maybe you always wante [...]EFT Tapping Reduces Cravings for Holiday Goodies
EFT Tapping Reduces Cravings for Holiday Goodies
By Juanita Ecker
It’s that time of year when we are tempted with so many holiday goodies. What are some of your favorites? Maybe it is the pumpkin pie, the pecan pie, the Christmas cookies, the apple crisp, the lemon bars, the fudge, the chocolate or the Christmas candy. It’s hard to resist with so many opportunities to indulge. Very few of us just eat to survive or only eat when we are hungry. We often end up eating more than we should or more than we want to. There is a whole range of emotional eating that we engage in. We eat when we are anxious, snack when we are bored, eat while drivi [...]Take a break from holiday stress with EFT tapping
Take a Break from Holiday Stress with EFT Tapping
By Juanita Ecker
The holidays are supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year. Yet for many of us it is the most stressful time of the year. We all can relate to having stress over the holidays: the family member that rubs you the wrong way; too many temptations to over-indulge in goodies and alcohol; having to choose which family members you will visit or the stress of trying to see them all; missing a loved one who is no longer here; overspending on the perfect gifts; having to attend holiday parties when you would rather be doing something else; feeling depressed or lonely this time [...]Diminish Fear of Failure with EFT
Diminish Fear of Failure with EFT Tapping
By Juanita Ecker
Have you ever been afraid to fail? Have you ever resisted taking action because you were afraid it wouldn’t work out? Have you ever let your doubts stop you from doing something you really wanted to do? Fear of failure is common; it is a challenge that many of us deal with in the workplace. Negative emotions typically underlie any resistance to taking action. People are afraid of taking action because they don’t want to fail. The fear of failure is so strong; it deactivates the desire for success. Read MoreFeeling Stuck? EFT Tapping Can Help You Get Unstuck
Feeling Stuck? EFT Tapping Can Help You Get Unstuck
By Juanita Ecker
There was a flock of turkeys in our yard eating grass by the fence. If you ever have watched wild turkeys you know that they tend to stick together and all move at the same time. After a little bit, all of the turkeys had walked to the upper part of the lawn except one. This lone turkey was distracted and didn’t realize his mates had departed. He then started to panic as he went back and forth, back and forth against the fence. It was as if he was looking for the rest of his tribe and didn’t know where they were. He was stuck in this pattern. He could certainly fly over the [...]Kick the Smoking Habit with EFT Tapping
Quit Smoking with EFT Tapping
By Juanita Ecker
There are many types of addictions; coffee, sugar, cigarettes, fingernail biting, alcohol, shopping, sex and drugs are just a few. We all know people who are addicted to one thing or another. The truth is, addictions are often created out of emotional distress. The addictive behavior stems from an underlying anxiety that the person needs to pacify. Something happened in the past that caused emotional distress which then prompted the individual to start the addictive behavior. Over time this addictive behavior becomes a bad habit they cannot stop. Often when people try to break a bad [...]What to Expect in an EFT Tapping Session
What to Expect in an EFT Tapping Session
By Juanita Ecker
Because EFT tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques) is still relatively new, people are confused about what will happen in a tapping session. I thought it would be a good idea to explain how it works. Here is a little background on EFT. EFT was developed about 25 years ago by Gary Craig. Its foundation is in Chinese medicine and acupuncture. Instead of needles, you tap gently with your fingertips on the meridian points (acupoints) on the surface of your skin. Tapping on the acupoints helps restore balance in the energy system. Focusing on a negative event or a bad memory while tapping helps remo [...]Tapping Helps with Parenting Skills
Tapping Helps with Parenting Skills
By Juanita Ecker
Being a parent is rarely easy. If you have ever been around a small child or toddler that starts to scream, it can be stressful and really test your patience. Maybe the toddler is screaming because he or she wants your attention. Maybe the child wants something they can’t have. Maybe the child is hungry, thirsty or needs to be changed. Maybe the child is grumpy and really needs a nap. What’s a parent to do? I recently met Gretchen. (Her name has been changed. With her permission, she has agreed to let me share her story.) Gretchen came to me because she was frustrated and disappointed [...]
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