Methods For Managing Panic Attacks

A relatively new therapy, EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique has been used successfully by thousands of people for Managing panic attacks. Other alternative Cures for panic attacks include, hypnotherapy, reflexology and NLP.

The Emotional Freedom Technique is very similar to other meridian therapies such as Acupuncture. Used in Chinese medicine, the practice of acupuncture dates back thousands of years, and is the use of long thin needles which are placed lightly on meridian points on the body to stimulate flow of chi.

The science behind Emotional Freedom Technique is comparable to acupuncture. Because EFT works directly on meridian points on the body, a person can often experience immediate positive effects physically and emotionally. Unlike Acupuncture, EFT uses the fingertips to stimulate the meridian points by tapping on them.

The mind and body is one energy system, one affects the other directly, like a stressful day which turns into a headache or backache, your mind affects the body and vice versa. Experiencing emotional distress and stress can be interpreted as a disruption in the body’s natural energy flow. Harmful build up of chemicals such as adrenaline and stress hormones then lead onto anxiety and Panic Symptoms.

Starting EFT immediately targets the build ups and disruptions in the body, relieving both the physical and emotional sensations of stress and anxiety. The tapping of the meridian points is combined with the use of affirmations during practice. This is why EFT is so effective at healing the mind and body because the core problem is identified as well as treating its negative effects on the energy system.

Although EFT is a fairly new therapy, it’s use and success has spread across the globe. It has been used for managing panic attacks, addictions, insomnia, trauma, depression, phobias, pain, weight loss and much, much more. Applying EFT is very easy and only takes a few minutes to learn, since you can ignore the science behind it and just get stuck in. Lots of information is out there teaching you exactly how to use the technique.

Apart from the actual tapping itself, it’s important that the core problem is recognized and worked on. Before starting the sequence it’s a good idea to write down the problem that you want to address. It is important to use self accepting and positive language when using affirmations. For a person to grown and love others they must first learn to love themselves.

EFT doesn’t require any tools but your fingertips and can be applied at anytime, making it convenient for managing panic attacks that occur out of the blue. The technique should also be applied as soon as you experience moments of stress, anxiety, negative thoughts or emotions to counteract them. Affirmations are best used out aloud but merely thinking about them may also work. You may want to practice in a private place or massage the meridian points when in public, if you feel self conscious.

EFT doesn’t promise 100% success rate, but it’s important to apply it regularly to see significant results. You have to remember that emotional issues can run deep, which means that EFT can sometimes take more than a few times to work. Once you see the benefits, you can also apply it to other areas of your life. Regular practice will gradually improve the energy flow in the body.