You are instantly in a panic when your computer rings. It’s a race to finish a large presentation within 24 hours in order to meet with a major client. You find yourself suddenly immersed in a world of pie charts and bar graphs, and you are only on the second slide. It’s difficult to comprehend the sheer amount of information.
We all know how stressful and anxious the workplace can be.
We can’t always avoid bad days. You could have a long day at work, or your lunch might spill in your bag as you’re walking in. These moments can quickly sour your mood and increase feelings of frustration, anxiety or sadness.
Cathy Lawson is a mental health and well-being expert. She says that stress can quickly build up when the demands of a particular job seem overwhelming. This can affect our productivity. There are safe and effective methods to reduce stress and calm the mind, so that we can feel in control even when the situation appears stressful.
She shares a hack that you can use from your desk.
“EFT is a self-help technique that can be discreetly used, whether you are sitting in your office with your eyes shut or taking a break at the bathroom. Cathy, a Mental Health & Wellbeing coach at Westfield Health, says that a few minutes tapping can reduce anxiety, help manage emotions, and reset employees during a particularly stressful day.
EFT, also known as tapping Therapy , helps you to overcome negative feelings and thoughts associated with trauma, anxiety, and even addiction. It is as simple as lightly tapping on the acupressure point on your body and repeating affirming sentences.
Celebrities are also a big fan. Boy George could be seen tapping away his emotional distress during a episode of I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! in 2022. He is not the only one. Madonna, Lilly Allen and Whoopi Goldberg also swear by EFT. EFT is used by celebrities ranging from pop singers to established actors.
The latest data from Westfield Health’s 2024 employee survey shows that almost 1 in 2 UK employees (45%) believe that poor mental health affects their productivity. There’s no question that we must use tried and tested methods to deal with the fast-paced demands of our workday.
What are the benefits to EFT?
In a time when mental health issues are on the rise, workplaces can benefit from using simple techniques that ease stress.
EFT can help you regulate your emotions. It may ease that constant mental chatter, and lower the stress hormone cortisol. The best part is? It doesn’t require any fancy apps, equipment or quiet rooms. Just your fingertips and a few seconds to tap away at a relaxed you.
Cathy, who used EFT to calm her nerves prior to delivering a presentation, says that the beauty of EFT is its universality and accessibility. It can help build confidence and provide a sense relief and security to those who are struggling with mental health.
“Tapping is very helpful but it should not be used as a substitute for professional mental support.” Please contact your workplace wellbeing solution or a mental healthcare professional if you are dealing with chronic stress, trauma or intense fears.
How To Tap Out Stress Using EFT
Choose a place that is comfortable. This could be your desk, a quiet corner or even in the shower. Take a few deep belly breaths. Make the out breath longer that the in breath.
Identifying the Issue Try to identify what is causing stress. It could be a looming deadline, a challenging project or even an issue with a loved one.
Rate Intensity: Rate the intensity of the feeling on a 1-10 scale. You can track your progress by doing this.
Start Tapping: Select specific points. You can tap on specific points, such as the top of the head, the forehead, just above the nose, the side of the face near your eye, the cheek under your eye, the nose, the chin, the collarbone, the sides of each finger, and the sides of your hand. Repeat this process several times.
Repeat affirmations– While tapping, say positive affirmations to help you feel calmer. I feel in control.
Repeat and reassess . Continue tapping for several minutes, and then rate your stress level again. Repeat until you start to feel better.
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