Can something as simple as tapping your fingertips on pressure points really help with depression and anxiety? In this episode, we explore Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), also known as tapping, with master teacher Brad Yates.
Tapping has been used by millions worldwide as a stress relief and healing tool, and studies show it can lower cortisol, ease anxiety, and provide real emotional relief. Brad guides us through a custom tapping session designed for people struggling with depression, offering a practical, portable, and cost-free technique anyone can try — even from bed.
If you’ve ever wondered “does tapping work for depression?”, this episode offers both an explanation and an experience.
Link to Brad's site:
https://tapwithbrad.mykajabi.com/
Link to Brad's youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/eftwizard
Key Topics Covered:
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro: Why self-help tools matter for depression
02:10 – What is tapping (EFT) and how it works
03:07 – Scientific evidence: lowering cortisol and stress
04:35 – Why tapping can bring even small moments of relief
06:01 – Step-by-step: How to start tapping
09:44 – Guided tapping session for depression with Brad Yates
13:20 – Moving from self-doubt to self-acceptance
15:00 – Using gratitude and love during tapping
17:15 – Releasing old programming and emotional pain
20:00 – How EFT can shift identity around depression
22:00 – Why tapping is a tool you can use anywhere, anytime
24:00 – Closing thoughts: hope, practice, and feedback
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