In this episode you discover step by step how to do the Relaxation Response Mantra Meditation Method and then how to combine this method with EFT, short for Emotional Freedom Techniques.

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Resources:

The two books mentioned in this episode (Note: Both books are available in paperback and Kindle / digital versions):

Herbert Benson, M.D. and Mirarm K. Kipper. "The Relaxation Response". U.S. Amazon link

https://www.amazon.com/Relaxation-Response-Herbert-Benson/dp/0380815958/ref=sr_1_1

Herbert Benson, M.D. "Beyond the Relaxation Response". U.S. Amazon link:

https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Relaxation-Response-Stress-Reduction-Americans/dp/0425081834/ref=monarch_sidesheet

Emotional Freedom Techniques for Vision Impairment Investigator/s: Peta Stapleton (Chief Investigator) School of Psychology, Bond University Australia:

Link: https://bond.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dhUPmOs2MiT2XCm?fbclid=IwAR1eX2pr3AYOKeGD5wXea3IhZcFqdpkSSzhZmMtpoFfWKGVICNALoQ6KT1E


The eight Relaxation Response Meditation steps:

Step One: Pick a brief phrase or word that reflects your basic belief system.

Step Two: Choose a comfortable position.

Step Three: Close your eyes. Gently close your eyes and relax the area around your eyes.

Step Four: Relax your muscles using progressive muscle relaxation.

Step Five: Become aware of your breathing, and start using your faith-rooted focus word.

Step Six: Maintain a passive attitude. Be an observer to whatever emerges in awareness without judgement.

Step Seven: Continue for a set period of time. Any amount of time can be beneficial, but if possible choose to meditate for at least 10 to a maximum of 20 minutes.

Step Eight: Practice the technique twice daily.

3 Ways to Combine EFT with Relaxation Response Meditation:

1. Tap a round of EFT for letting go of stress / tension prior to your meditation session.
2. address your subconscious mind prior to the meditation session and voice an invitation such as: “As I meditate I invite my subconscious mind to bring into awareness any belief, memory, or desire that can benefit from one or more sessions of EFT.”
3. Tap in a Positive Energy Form after your meditation session.

Here are the two "EFT Tapping Junction" episodes that guide you through how to tap in Positive Energy Forms using Positive EFT:

“Positive EFT for Sky High Confidence”: Link: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/positive-eft-tapping-for-sky-high-confidence--40078027

“Positive EFT for Sunshine Energy”: Link: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/positive-eft-tapping-for-sunshine-energy--25858324

Host:

Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
Listen to previous episodes of "EFT Tapping Junction" on the website: https://StressReliefRadio.com or https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eft-tapping-junction--4154174
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Technical information:

Recorded with WavePad. Edits with Twisted Wave, Audacity, Levelator, and Hush. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Audio-Technica ATR2100X.
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Key words:

mantra, meditation, mantra meditation, Thought Field Therapy, TFT, Emotional Freedom Techniques, EFT, tapping, stress relief, Relaxation Response,
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