The Power of Tapping: An Approach to Emotional Freedom Technique

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or one Target parking lot moment away from losing it? In this episode of The No Expiration Date Podcast, Cindy and Marie sit down with Dr. Bluhm to break down EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique)—also known as tapping—a simple, evidence-based tool you can use anywhere to calm your nervous system and reset in minutes.

Dr. Bluhm explains what EFT is, how it’s rooted in Chinese medicine and meridians, and why it’s so different from practices like CBT or mindfulness (hint: you can learn it fast and use it on the spot—no special setting needed). We also talk about how EFT is being used to support stress, anxiety, depression, and even pain management, including its impact for veterans and those navigating PTSD.

And yes… Dr. Bluhm walks us through a full, beginner-friendly tapping sequence you can follow along with right now:

• Rate your stress (0–10)

• Start with the “karate chop” point while repeating a simple affirmation

• Move through key tapping points (brow, temple, under eye, nose, chin, collarbone, under arm, top of head)

• Reassess and repeat as needed

We also chat about building EFT into your daily routine, what to do if you feel self-conscious (spoiler: you can tap just on your hand), and why this tool is perfect for real life—like traffic, holiday chaos, and school pickup lines.

Try it with us and see how you feel. Because as Dr. Bluhm says: stress is personal, but so is your power to manage it.