We all know the unpleasant feeling of pain. Pain is a protective mechanism, motivating us to withdraw from damaging situations, to protect a damaged body part while undergoing healing and to avoid similar dangers. It is the body’s way of keeping you safe, like an alarm to tell you that something is wrong.Most pain resolves once the painful stimulus is removed and the body has healed, but sometimes pain persists, despite the apparent healing of the body.

Persistent pain causes no useful purpose and the messages we receive from our alarm system linked to long term conditions such as arthritis or migraines for example are simply not needed and can have a huge impact on a person’s quality of life. It can affect everything, from our ability to work, to our sleep patterns and mood.Part of this process is connected to our emotions, which means that negative emotions can have an effect on how we experience pain. If we are angry, upset or depressed the pain will be worse. The opposite is also true, if we feel happy and positive the pain can seem to be less and we are more able to cope.

By tapping on specific acupressure points while focusing on the psin, we can help the body to release the emotional blockages and physical tension that contribute to the pain. EFT can be one any time, all you need are your fingertips and the willingness to give it a try.