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How EFT Nurtures Your Inner Child

Writer's picture: Amanda WonderlandAmanda Wonderland

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and Inner Child Work are two powerful approaches that can help us overcome emotional issues and promote personal growth. Both of these techniques are based on the premise that past experiences can influence our emotional responses and behaviors in the present. By exploring and healing the inner child, we can release negative emotions and limiting beliefs that may be holding us back. In this blog, we will explore the benefits of EFT and Inner Child Work, as well as how to integrate them into your own self-care practice.

What is Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)?

EFT is a type of energy psychology that combines acupressure with exposure and cognitive-behavioral therapies. It involves tapping on specific meridian points on the body while focusing on negative emotions or thoughts. The goal of EFT is to release blocked energy and reprogram the brain to respond differently to emotional triggers.

The tapping points used in EFT correspond to the same points used in traditional Chinese medicine for acupuncture. However, instead of using needles, EFT practitioners use their fingers to tap on these points while the client focuses on the negative emotions or beliefs they want to release. EFT has been found to be effective for a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, phobias, trauma, and physical pain. Research has shown that EFT can reduce the production of cortisol, a stress hormone, and increase levels of immunoglobulin A, an antibody that helps to fight infections – thus regulating your nervous system and bringing your body back to homeostasis.

What is Inner Child Work?

Inner Child Work is a therapeutic approach that involves exploring and healing the inner child, which is the part of us that carries the emotions and beliefs we developed in childhood. Inner Child Work recognizes that our experiences in childhood can shape our emotional responses and behaviors in adulthood.

Inner Child Work involves a process of reconnecting with the inner child, identifying and releasing negative emotions and beliefs, and nurturing the inner child to promote healing and growth. Inner Child Work can be done through visualization, journaling, meditation, EFT, and other therapeutic techniques.

The Benefits of Combining EFT and Inner Child Work

Combining EFT and Inner Child Work can be a powerful way to promote emotional healing and personal growth. By using EFT to release negative emotions and beliefs and Inner Child Work to nurture and heal the inner child, we can overcome emotional issues and develop greater self-awareness and self-compassion.

Here are some of the benefits of combining EFT and Inner Child Work:


  1. Increased self-awareness: EFT and Inner Child Work can help individuals become more aware of the emotions and beliefs that are holding them back. By acknowledging our emotions and exploring their root causes, we can develop greater self-awareness and insight into our inner world.

  2. Greater self-compassion: Inner Child Work involves nurturing and healing the inner child, which can promote greater self-compassion and self-love. By tapping on our inner child's memories and beliefs with EFT, we can release self-criticism and judgment and develop a more positive self-image.

  3. Improved emotional regulation: EFT can help individuals regulate their emotions and develop healthier coping strategies. By accepting our feelings with unconditional positive regard, we can release the intensity of these emotions and develop greater resilience and emotional flexibility.

  4. Release of limiting beliefs: Inner Child Work involves identifying and releasing limiting beliefs that may be holding individuals back. By using EFT to tap on these beliefs and release the emotional charge associated with them, we can develop a more positive and empowering belief system.

  5. Increased sense of empowerment: By combining EFT and Inner Child Work, individuals can develop a greater sense of empowerment and agency in their lives. Releasing negative emotions and limiting beliefs helps us can take control of our emotional state and develop greater self-efficacy.


How to Get Started with EFT and Inner Child Work

If you are interested in exploring EFT and Inner Child Work, here are some steps you can take to get started:


  • Learn about EFT and Inner Child Work: Before you begin, it's important to understand the basics of both techniques. EFT involves tapping on specific points on the body while focusing on a particular issue or emotion, whereas Inner Child Work involves connecting with and healing the wounded inner child within you.

  • Find a qualified practitioner: While it's possible to learn EFT and Inner Child Work on your own, it's recommended to work with a qualified practitioner who can guide you through the process and help you address any issues that may arise. Look for someone who is trained and experienced in both techniques.

  • Identify your issues: Take some time to reflect on the issues or emotions you would like to address through EFT and Inner Child Work. This could include past traumas, negative self-talk, limiting beliefs, or any other emotional blocks that are holding you back.

  • Tap on specific points: With EFT, you'll tap on specific points on your body while focusing on the issue you want to address. This includes the top of the head, the eyebrow, the side of the eye, under the eye, under the nose, the chin, the collarbone, the side of the body and the side of the hand. You can find detailed instructions and videos online to guide you through the process.

  • Connect with your inner child: Inner Child Work involves connecting with the wounded inner child within you and providing the love and support that they may have missed out on as a child. You can do this through visualization, meditation, tapping, and/or journaling. You may want to start by asking your inner child what they need from you and then providing them with the love and support they crave.


Remember that EFT and Inner Child Work can be powerful tools for healing, but they may also bring up strong emotions. It's important to be gentle with yourself and to seek support from a qualified practitioner, if needed.


Courageous Liberation

At Wake Up Weekend, one of our 5 tenets is COURAGEOUS LIBERATION!

Healing from emotional wounds can be a challenging and often painful process, and it requires a great deal of courage to face the past and move forward.


Lasting change requires honesty, courage, and personal integrity. Reclaim your power by discovering your patterns and decide to take aligned action toward creating new, empowered routines and mindsets.

Courage is an essential element of emotional healing. It takes courage to acknowledge and accept the pain of past traumas and to face the difficult emotions that come with it. It takes courage to confront the memories, thoughts, and feelings that have been buried deep inside and to work through them. It takes courage to be vulnerable and open with others about our experiences and our struggles. And it takes courage to let go of the past and to move forward with hope and optimism for the future.

Without courage, emotional healing can be an impossible task. It is easy to fall into the trap of denial, avoidance, and repression when faced with the pain of emotional wounds. It can be tempting to numb the pain with drugs or alcohol, distract ourselves with work or other activities, or isolate ourselves from others. But these coping mechanisms only provide temporary relief, and they do not address the underlying issues that need to be resolved.

Courage, on the other hand, allows us to face our emotions and our past head-on. It gives us the strength to confront our fears, our doubts, and our insecurities. It enables us to seek help and support from others, whether it is from friends, family, or mental health professionals. And it empowers us to take the necessary steps to heal and grow.

Courage is not just about being fearless or bold. It is about being willing to take risks, to face uncertainty, and to embrace vulnerability. It is about having the strength to persevere in the face of adversity, even when the path ahead seems daunting and uncertain. And it is about having faith in ourselves and our ability to heal and grow.




By combining EFT with other Gentle Techniques for Transformation, such as yoga, breathwork, and meditation, we at Wake Up Weekend Women's Wellness Retreats strive to create a safe space for you to explore your courageous liberation. We guide you through nurturing your Inner Child and developing more unconditional love for yourself. Join us this Fall at White Eagle Lodge in Montgomery, TX. We can't wait to welcome you!

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