Tapping is an incredible tool — not just for releasing what’s weighing you down but also for reinforcing the positivity that takes its place.
Tap on the positive to let it settle deeper
The most common use of tapping is for clearing and releasing old patterns that no longer serve us. Some may say we tap on the ‘negative,’ but I prefer to say that we tap on ‘what is.’ If you're curious about this perspective, I explain it further in my blog, “We tap on the negative ‘what is’.”
We typically seek out therapeutic and self-help tools when we’re struggling, not when things are going well. However, EFT/tapping can also be used to deepen positive emotions and beliefs, helping them settle more firmly into our minds and bodies.
You can - but when should you?
Yes! I’ve personally used positive tapping in my healing journey. However, I only recommend it if the positive statements genuinely resonate with you. Simply repeating affirmations without believing them won’t be as effective.
Think of it like painting a wall: if you don’t clean the surface first, the new paint won’t cover the dirt properly. Likewise, clearing emotional blocks makes space for positivity to truly take root.
Use positive tapping to identify resistance
Start slow: “I am open to the possibility”
- “I feel anxious, but I am open to the possibility that this can pass and I can feel calm.”
- “I still feel anxious, but I am open to the possibility that I can let this go.”
- “This anxiety I feel—I am open to the possibility of releasing it.”
Transition into stronger statements
As you clear resistance and grow more comfortable with positive change, you can shift to stronger statements using “I am” or “I want.”
For example:
“I am calm and grounded.”
“I want to embrace confidence in my daily life.”
You can also add some positive encouragement:
“I am capable”
“I am strong”
“I can do this.”
Combining tapping with positive affirmations
Words have power. Pairing tapping with positive affirmations can amplify their effect, helping you embody the beliefs you want to cultivate.