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It's Time to Shine! - By Carol Look- How To Find The Emotion Behind The Pain Or, Can Pain Be Your Friend? - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2008 from Chip EngelmannLately, more and more people have been asking me how I know the emotional cause behind a person’s physical pain. After all, if we are to eliminate a physical pain using EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), then it would help to pinpoint the emotional cause of the pain. The process of finding the ...
Views: 16238 - ***ADD SOMETHING GOOD - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2014 from Carol LookThe New Year is fast approaching, and I keep hearing people talk about what they are “stopping” or what they are “not going to do” anymore or what they need to “get rid of” in their lives. How about if you decided to Add Something Good instead of ...
Views: 11972 - ***MAKE SOME MISTAKES - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2014 from Carol LookI’m sure you think it’s odd that I am encouraging you to Make Some Mistakes, but think about it – haven’t you learned invaluable lessons from what you judged as “mistakes”? I have learned so much from the mistakes I have made in the past, that I no ...
Views: 11124(7 votes) - Definition: Negative Emotions - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2007 from Debbie MolisNegative emotions sap your energy and undermine your effectiveness. In the negative emotional state, you find the lack of desire to do anything. The mind is filled with thoughts of fear, doubts and insecurities. Your body experiences fatigue, tightness and muscle tension. Notice that your ...
Views: 9971 - EFT Scripts for Self Esteem - Tapping Guide - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Angie MuccilloIn his Palace Of Possibilities Series – Using EFT to Achieve One’s Potential, Gary Craig www.emofree.com talks in depth about the “writings on our walls” as a metaphor for our self talk; the attitudes, opinions & beliefs that we have accumulated over the years from our ...
Views: 9971 - ***It's Time to Shine! - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Carol LookIt's Time to Shine! You've waited long enough, hiding your talents, putting a lid on your brilliance… It's time to shine so others will benefit from what you have to offer! This definitely scares many people -- Shining? Really? Isn't that dangerous? It's time for all of us to ...
Views: 9597(3 votes) - What Is Emotional Dependency? - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2010 from Margaret PaulAre you emotionally dependent? You might want to go through this checklist.__I cannot feel lovable and worthy without another's approval. __I need a lot of attention from certain people to feel that I am okay. __I don't trust my own feelings. I need others' to validate my feelings. __I am afraid ...
Views: 9319(7 votes) - The Importance of Acknowledgement - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2010 from David SamuelThe reason it is so vital to always acknowledge the source of whatever you have achieved or received is to avoid arrogance. When a person achieves anything, be it financially or spiritually, and they think they have done it on their own, they become arrogant and that leads to their ...
Views: 9095(4 votes) - Teasing, Sarcasm and Emotional Scarring in Adults - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Lianda LudwigTeasing, as either a teaser or target is a universal experience that all persons participate in, or are exposed to at some level. The childhood rhyme says “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never harm me”. This is probably one of the biggest lies we try to convince ourselves, ...
Views: 8970(3 votes) - The Mind Doesn’t Hear Negatives…? - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2010 from Brad YatesIf you’ve been around the self-help material for any length of time, you’ve no doubt heard this at least once… The unconscious mind doesn’t hear negatives. Or any of the variables, such as it doesn’t recognize negatives, doesn’t understand negatives, etc. – but you get the point. ...
Views: 8721(4 votes) - Putting Yourself First - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Pat BurnsAre you one of those people who is constantly doing things for others, while always putting yourself at the bottom of your own list of priorities? If so, it’s time to look at how you move yourself to the top of the list, where you belong. When you consistently put others ahead of yourself, ...
Views: 8587(5 votes) - ***Simplify Your Life... - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2012 from Carol LookWhat if you felt inspired to Simplify Your Life? I wonder how much abundance would flow into your life... Remember, when we want to activate or strengthen the positive results from Law of Attraction, it's all about our communication. And if we were committed to make a serious effort to ...
Views: 8545(3 votes) - How To Stop Smoking Using EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2008 from darren hillerEmotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is simply the quickest and most effective way to deal with doubts, obstacles, triggers, cravings, concerns, and emotions that most people who are quitting smoking have to deal with. Not only does EFT help make the transition to non-smoker easier, it better ...
Views: 8338(1 vote) - Definition: Human Energy Fields - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2007 from Debbie MolisThe Human Energy Field, sometimes called the Aura, is a complex combination of overlapping energy patterns which define the unique spiritual, mental, emotional and physical makeup of an individual. A person's Human Energy Field (HEF) is that part of the Universal Energy Field (UEF) associated ...
Views: 8180 - ***Rehearse Your Success... - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2012 from Carol LookImagine how much abundance you would attract into your life if you started to Rehearse Your Success... When we start to act as if we have already succeeded, something special happens in our brains, our bodies, and in our energy systems. What happens? Our brain doesn't realize that we are ...
Views: 8026(2 votes) - ***Make a Difference… - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2012 from Carol LookWhat if you felt inspired to Make a Difference? Imagine how much abundance would flow into your life... I love love love feeling inspired to Make a Difference - it is one of my top values! Do you want to Make a Difference? Do you want to contribute to other people's lives, better someone's ...
Views: 7954(2 votes) - ***Quiet, Please... - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2012 from Carol LookWhen was the last time you were quiet enough to really feel your pulse, to notice the rhythm of your body, and hear your heart's messages? For most of us, it's been a long time, much longer in fact than is good for us. And as a result of not being quiet enough to pay attention to our ...
Views: 7884(1 vote) - The Effects of Emotions on Wellness - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2007 from Daphne Welp"A growing body of evidence indicates that virtually every ill that can befall the body - from acne to arthritis, headaches to heart disease, cold sores to cancer - is influenced, for better or worse, by our emotions" Emrika Padus, Prevention Magazine We can see the effects of "negative" ...
Views: 7849(1 vote) - Overcoming the Subconscious Resistance to Change - Emotional Freedom Techniques - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Annabel FisherWhen I work with new clients, I’m always interested in why they have chosen to learn and use EFT. The answer is usually in the negative, “I’m very ill”, “I’m overweight”, “I procrastinate”, or “I don’t have enough money in my life”, etc. As a result of this, I changed one of the questions on my ...
Views: 7829(5 votes) - ***Drop Your Drama... - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Carol LookWhen we're willing to give up our "drama" our lives will change for the better and abundance will start flowing! Why? Because being embroiled in emotional drama interrupts the energetic signals about success and abundance you have been trying to communicate to the Universe! Yes, it's ...
Views: 7600(4 votes) - ***Hurry Up, Universe! - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2012 from Carol LookWhen several clients in the same week talked to me about being impatient with the Universe, I thought it was time to write about this topic again to help all of us! Do you feel impatient with the Universe? Do you think you've done everything “right”, yet you still haven't attracted what ...
Views: 7513(2 votes) - We should all live for others - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Wayne Kehl"Life becomes harder for us when we live for others, but it also becomes richer and happier.” Albert Schweitzer Albert Schweitzer was perhaps, one of the greatest minds of the twentieth century. He lived from 1875 to 1965. During the course of his long life he was a doctor, an ...
Views: 7469(2 votes) - ***Cut to the Chase... - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2012 from Carol LookTime is my most valuable asset right now. I wish I had more of it and I've wasted too much of it (tap tap tap). So I have made an effort to just Cut to the Chase more often. It's still a challenge to me because so many projects need my attention, but I'm getting better at it, and attracting more ...
Views: 7392(1 vote) - ***Clear Your Fear of Failure... - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2012 from Carol Look* If you weren't afraid to fail, what risks would you take? * If you weren't afraid to fail, what new people would you introduce yourself to today? * If you weren't afraid to fail, what ideas would you share with others? * If you weren't afraid to fail, what would you say to your loved ...
Views: 7290(1 vote) - Forgiving Yourself: EFT For Self Forgiveness - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Pat BurnsForgiveness can be a contentious topic. When someone has wronged you, and you’re carrying a lot of hurt and anger at that person, others around you will tell you that you need to forgive. Forgiveness means different things to different people. To some, forgiving means absolving someone of ...
Views: 7233(5 votes) - ***Offer Your Best You... - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Carol LookWhat if you felt inspired to Offer Your Best You? Imagine how much abundance would start to flow into your life! The first question to ask yourself is: "What is your BEST you?" What are your best qualities, your best attributes, who are you when you know you are at your best? I recommend ...
Views: 7122(1 vote) - ***Just Show Up... - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Carol LookWhat if you felt inspired to Just Show Up For Yourself and Others? I wonder how much abundance would flow into your life... When was the last time you made the decision to Just Show Up For Yourself and Others and actually followed through? When was the last time you made the decision to ...
Views: 6941(1 vote) - How To Stop Absorbing Other People’s Negative Emotions - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsEmotional freedom means learning how to stay centered in a stressful, highly emotionally charged world. Since emotions such as fear, anger, and frustration are energies, you can potentially “catch” them from people without realizing it. If you tend to be an emotional sponge, it’s vital to know ...
Views: 6878(2 votes) - ***Welcome All of You - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2013 from Carol Look********************** Imagine how much abundance would flow into your life if you could welcome ALL of you... **********************
Views: 6750(1 vote) - ***More Creativity, Please... - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Carol LookWhat if you could clear your blocks to creativity and allow an abundance of ideas into your personal and professional life... Wouldn't that be fun? Some of us don't think we have any creativity, others of us think we used to be creative in the past, still others of us haven't felt ...
Views: 6714 - ***One NOW at a Time - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2012 from Carol Look“One NOW at a Time...” What if we made an effort to be present and pay attention to each "now" that crosses our path... I wonder how much abundance would start to show up? I am writing about this topic because I am not very good at staying in the now and knew I needed to teach ...
Views: 6712 - ***What if you decided to Keep Looking for Successes in your life...? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Carol LookI wonder how much abundance would flow into your life... We often quit too soon, notice only what hurts, and miss the successes that are scattered throughout our day. I know it can get tough when we’ve had a bad day – when we’re frustrated, overwhelmed, stuck or disheartened. But what if ...
Views: 6654(2 votes) - ***What if you felt inspired to Be More Generous? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from Carol LookJust imagine how much abundance would flow into your life! What I have experienced without fail is that when I am more generous with other people, I feel incredibly good, fabulous in fact! And when I'm more generous with myself, I feel better too. This may come as a surprise, ...
Views: 6605(1 vote) - The # 1 Reason You Lose Control of Your Subconscious Mind - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2009 from Victtor Da PonteMost experts have been focusing their teachings on the great power of the subconscious mind to assimilate 1000 times more information than the conscious mind. The typical idea is that in order to have full access to the subconscious mind, you must be in a meditative state. Only then can you ...
Views: 6545(2 votes) - Is A Yawn OK When EFT Tapping? - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2014 from Suzanne ZachariaA common question from EFT newcomers is about reactions to EFT like yawning, sighing, giggles, tears, burps, and laughter. Yawning can be a particularly confusing reaction, as we connect it to tiredness, boredom, and exhaustion. For some tapping newbies, it may be alarming to yawn, especially if ...
Views: 6542 - Pattern of Pain: Withholding - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe most common form of withholding is what we commonly call "the silent treatment," but withholding encompasses any unwillingness to express your true feelings. It also includes an unwillingness to give support, praise, or positive attention to the people you love. We have all known someone who ...
Views: 6473 - ***Plant the Right Seeds - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2013 from Carol LookWhat exactly are "seeds"? Seeds come in the form of thoughts, beliefs, and even conversations that you are having with yourself and others. If you aren't enjoying the experiences that are showing up in your life, I highly recommend that you Plant the Right Seeds. I love knowing ...
Views: 6293(1 vote) - Lose-Weight-EFT By Drinking More Water And Less Unhealthy Drinks - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2014 from Suzanne ZachariaThis is a very common question in my inbox, and it goes something like this: "I would like to drink more water. I drink soda pop, tea, and coffee, and I'm ashamed to say I put sugar in my tea and coffee. It doesn't taste the same without it. But all diets and eating regimes say to drink more ...
Views: 6043(1 vote) - When You Feel Stuck in a Relationship - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Pat BurnsI lived through a bad marriage…well, a terrible one…so I know all about being stuck in a relationship. I know what it’s like to be miserable every single day, and still stay. I know what it’s like to wish that you were anywhere except where you are. I know what it’s like to feel happy when your ...
Views: 6021(4 votes) - ***EFT Tapping Tips for Pain & Fear of Illness - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Anne Merkel, Ph.D. NDAs an EFT Coach, often clients ask me for support clearing physical ailments which include pain. I generally apply a variety of energy therapy modalities when I work directly with a client. Of course when I want to share simple-to-use steps for self application, I set up an easy EFT & AK point ...
Views: 5875(7 votes) - Why Meditate? Compelling Benefits and Miracles of Meditation - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Michael WestbrookWhy meditate? Despite the profound knowledge of meditation benefits that has only increased over hundreds of years, thousands of skeptics remain worldwide – still asking: Why should I meditate? The honest truth is: There are true miracles that occur in life as a result of meditation that ...
Views: 5751(1 vote) - 3 Powerful Ways to Use EFT to Attract Abundance Starting Today - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Alan CombiesEFT, also known as Meridian Tapping, is a very efficient and useful tool that is rapidly becoming well known in the self-help, psychological, and medical fields. The reason it is catching on is that... 1. It's easy to use and 2. It works I have been using EFT, specifically FasterEFT, for ...
Views: 5733(1 vote) - EFT For Aches And Pains - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2007 from Chip EngelmannEFT for Aches and Pains When people think of Emotional Freedom Technique, their first thought is releasing emotions stored in the body from traumas–war, sexual, accident,–phobias, loss of a loved one, relationship issues, etc. But not nearly as many realize that EFT can be used for chronic and ...
Views: 5730(2 votes) - "I'm overwhelmed: there's so much to do and so little time!" - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Annabel FisherIt's that time of year when it's easy to become overwhelmed by what needs to be accomplished. EFT not only enables us to feel more relaxed and in control very quickly (which inevitably leads to clarity), it can also be used as a preventative tool. If we anticipate what might happen, we can ...
Views: 5702(6 votes) - EFT And Cancer - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2008 from Lauren MillerHi Everyone, Lauren Miller had spectacular success using EFT for her stage 3 cancer. She shares her story (and EFT methods) in this article. Please note that while only one successful EFT session launched this remarkable remission, it was her persistence that kept the ball rolling. Hugs, Gary ...
Views: 5483(2 votes) - How to Use EFT with Positive Affirmations - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Mohammad ArnousPositive affirmations are short, positive statements that you repeat to yourself everyday over a period of time. These affirmations may be not be exactly true at the moment you are saying them. But after repeating them to yourself after a period of time, your subconscious mind will begin to ...
Views: 5444(2 votes) - Clearing Clutter for Clarity and Confidence - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Lindsay Kenny - EFT MasterMessy homes, cars or offices are common issues today with our busy lives. True clutter however, and I mean really messy environments, is actually a symptom of something other than a busy lifestyle. Often clutter is a Control Issue. Being unwilling to let go of things is a way people can feel ...
Views: 5424 - Healing mother problems and adult acne with EFT - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2007 from Carna Zacharias-Miller,Melissa (not her real name) was in total despair when she chose to contact me because I work with women who grew up with a physically or -more often- emotionally unavailable mother. In our preliminary talk, she said that it felt like her mother didn't like her, didn't want her to be happy, and ...
Views: 5383 - Tap Away Anger with EFT - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Lindsay Kenny - EFT MasterTap Away Anger by Lindsay Kenny, EFT Master, Pro EFT Master This article presumes that you have a foundation of EFT. If not then please read about it on our website at www.ProEFT.com There is a wealth of information there, especially on the Free Stuff, Media, and FAQs pages. Be sure to ...
Views: 5250(3 votes) - ***EFT Energy Therapy Treatment of Physical Symptoms – Find the Root Emotional Cause - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2011 from Anne Merkel, Ph.D. NDIn any energy therapy or EFT coaching situation you will get the most from a session if you take time at the beginning to find the root cause. What do I mean by "root cause"? Some people call this the "underlying issue", and it is basically the deepest, original occurrence of the energetics ...
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