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PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER
So this is the sequence.
1. Tapping continuously on the karate chop with the finger tips, quite firmly, say the setup statement three times.
“Even through I have (this problem) I deeply love and accept myself.”
2. Tap on each point 6 to 7 times starting with the top of your head and working down. Tap quite firmly, but not so hard as to cause bruising. At the same time, say the reminder phrase (this problem). This is one ‘round’ of tapping. Repeat a further twice and then take a deep breath and relax.
3. Assess if the problem is improved - this is easier with pain than e.g. phobias, but it is important to see if the setup phrase and reminder phrase are ‘hitting the spot’.
4. If you have had some improvement, your next step is to change the setup statement to “Even though I still have (this problem) I deeply love and accept myself.” The reminder phrase would then be “remaining (problem)”. Further rounds can be done using this setup and phrase.
The assessment of the severity of the problem is important at all stages so you know whether or not you are aiming at the problem specifically enough. The recommended way is to use a scale of 1 - 10, where 1 is no problem at all, and 10 is the worst you can imagine. If you note down the scale number before you start and after each set of tapping, you will be able to see any improvement.
If you are not having any success, try to be even more specific and graphic in your description. A little humour and/or exaggeration can sometimes help! Even SHOUTING!
In the next few pages, I will offer some of the setup statements I have used successfully to get you started.


