Improving Your Relationships | FEBRUARY TAP-ALONG

Improving relationships can be a deeply rewarding endeavor. If you’re interested in a “Tap-Along” process, it sounds like you’re referring to a technique related to Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), which involves tapping on specific acupressure points to help with emotional issues. Here’s a basic outline of how you might use a tap-along process to work on improving relationships:

Step 1: Identify the Issue

  • Reflect on what specific aspects of your relationships you want to improve. Is it communication, trust, or perhaps resolving a specific conflict?

Step 2: Rate Your Current Feeling

  • Rate your emotional intensity regarding the issue on a scale from 0 to 10, where 10 is the most intense.

Step 3: Set Up Statement

  • Create a setup statement that acknowledges the issue and expresses self-acceptance. For example: “Even though I feel anxious about communicating with my partner, I deeply and completely accept myself.”

Step 4: Tap on Points

  • Tap gently on the following points while repeating a reminder phrase related to your setup statement:

    1. Side of Hand (Karate Chop Point): Tap on the outer edge of your hand while saying the setup statement.
    2. Top of Head: Tap with your fingers on the top of your head.
    3. Eyebrow: Tap just above the nose, at the beginning of the eyebrow.
    4. Side of Eye: Tap on the bone next to your eye.
    5. Under Eye: Tap on the bone just below your eye.
    6. Under Nose: Tap between your nose and upper lip.
    7. Chin: Tap in the crease between your chin and lower lip.
    8. Collarbone: Tap just below the collarbone, in the area where you feel the bone.
  • Repeat the tapping sequence a few times, each time focusing on the issue and using reminder phrases like “this anxiety” or “this issue with communication.”

Step 5: Reassess and Repeat

  • Rate your emotional intensity again after a few rounds of tapping. Has it decreased? If not, you might need to adjust your setup statement or focus on specific aspects of the issue.

Step 6: Positive Affirmations

  • Once you feel a reduction in intensity, incorporate positive affirmations about improving the relationship. For instance: “I am open to better communication with my partner” or “I am improving trust and understanding.”

Tips for Effective Tap-Along:

  1. Be Specific: The more specific you are about the issue, the more effective the tapping can be.
  2. Stay Present: Focus on the feelings and sensations as you tap.
  3. Practice Regularly: Consistency can help in making lasting changes.

Remember, while EFT and tapping can be powerful tools, they work best when combined with open communication and other relationship-building practices. If the issues are deep-seated or complex, consulting with a therapist or counselor might also be beneficial.

"Discover how to use a Tap-Along technique, based on Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), to enhance your relationships. Learn step-by-step instructions for addressing communication issues, improving trust, and fostering deeper connections with your loved ones."