Author Archives: Carna

The Gifts of Highly Sensitive People

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Carna

Recently, I re-read Elaine Aron’s groundbreaking book The Highly Sensitive Person. Many of you will recognize themselves as being in that category. You are easily overwhelmed by loud noises, strong smells and crowds of expressive people. You have been labeled … Continue reading →

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Happy Mother’s Day (kind of)

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Carna

Here it comes again: Mother’s Day. For seemingly everybody a day of flowers, gifts, cards, hugs, shared meals, phone calls, tears, smiles…However, for many of us not a happy day. I have to admit, with all the profound EFT work … Continue reading →

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How an Absent Father Causes Conflicts in His Daughter’s Work Life

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Carna

I want to continue the theme of “Getting down to business” this week with republishing one of my articles: How an absent father can influence his daughter’s work life. It seems important, and I am sure that many of you … Continue reading →

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Getting Down to Business with EFT

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Carna

Everybody who has put much energy, time, and resources into the business of their dreams and cannot make it work financially knows how extremely frustrating and scary that can be. And everybody who is stuck in an underpaid, boring job … Continue reading →

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Download Free EFT Manual

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Carna

Just in case you don’t know about this top EFT website, here it is:  www.EFTfree.net  Along with Betty Moore-Hafter, Lynne Shaner, Ange Finn, and Jade Barbee, I am responsible for this site. There are many articles, from Addictions to Weight, written … Continue reading →

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Using EFT for Spiritual Growth

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Carna

Since EFT is such a wonderful method to work from aches to zits on everything, we sometimes forget its awesome spiritual context. Gary Craig who developed EFT, has stated clearly: The main purpose of EFT is to pave the way … Continue reading →

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When Money & Love Are Related

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Carna

Have you noticed how similar our language patterns are when we talk about the lack of money – and love? Always a struggle…never getting what I want and need…not worthy…this yearning… Maybe it is time to connect the two and … Continue reading →

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Hurtful Questions You Never Forget

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Carna

Mothers and fathers can do serious emotional damage to their children by asking them aggressive rhetorical questions. Do any of these remind you of your childhood? – What (the hell) is wrong with you? – Can’t you get anything right? … Continue reading →

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Want a Heart of Gold?

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Carna

Check out the new EFT pattern “Heart of Gold” created by Silvia Hartmann. It is simple and empowering on many levels, from the physical to the spiritual. I HAVE A HEART OF GOLD    Tweet

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Are You Always Trying Too Hard?

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Carna

If your mother (or father) did not approve of you, criticized you all the time, and generally did not appreciate you for who you are, you tend to try too hard to get it right for the rest of your … Continue reading →

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So, Why Do We Suffer So Much Again?

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Carna

When I talk with my EFT clients about their core emotional issues and the painful feelings they have on a daily basis, they tell me this: - They don’t feel safe in this world – They have no real home, they … Continue reading →

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Doing EFT on Your Own Effectively

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Carna

Every EFT practitioner has repeatedly heard something like this: “It goes so well when I work with somebody else. But when I try to tap on my own, I just don’t know what to do and to say.” Here is … Continue reading →

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How to De-stress Quickly with EFT

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Carna

There are days when your back hurts, the cat throws up in your bed, the car battery dies, your boss is way too bossy, and your emotionally missing mother tells you coldly to get over your childhood sexual abuse. Or … Continue reading →

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Rendezvous with Cupid

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Carna

I had a long heart-to-heart talk with Cupid about LOVE.  We agreed that it actually has nothing to do with chocolates in heart-shaped boxes. (although I am a chocoholic). And it does not make you happy automatically. In fact, it … Continue reading →

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And Then There Is “Emotional Entitlement”

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Carna

There is something that has been bothering me for a while, I want to call it “emotional entitlement”. While, sadly,  many people are still struggling with feelings of worthlessness, low self-esteem, and “What’s wrong with me?”, the other side of … Continue reading →

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EFT For Feeling Not Good Enough

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Carna

Men and women who had an absent father or a missing mother (physically or emotionally) in their childhood, often feel not good enough. EFT protocol for tapping on “I am not good enough”. Continue working on your personal memories, emotions, … Continue reading →

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Since When Is “Spiritual” Just Being Good?

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Carna

How bad are you really? What lurks in the dark corners of your mind? You will be surprised and rewarded when you actually go there…  Isn’t if funny when you have the same theme come up with several clients in … Continue reading →

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Releasing a Craving for Sweets

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Carna

Food cravings often come from happy memories that are stuck in time. If you seperate the positive emotion from the food, the craving disappears.   34-year old Vivian (not her real name) wanted to get rid of her intense craving … Continue reading →

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Traumatized by Bliss!

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Carna

Have you ever been hurt by a positive event? I know that sounds strange. Let me explain…   A positive, blissfull event that happened in the past can be as detrimental as a traumatic event  – if you are stuck in … Continue reading →

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Turning Off the Panic Switch

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Carna

Childhood abuse can lead to severe symptoms later in life. One of my clients experienced multiple chemical sensitivity and panic attacks. Persistance and EFT helped her in surprising ways.     Megan had a very hard childhood with severe abuse and … Continue reading →

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Working on a Missing Mother with EFT

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Carna

When I had my very first EFT session as a client, we went straight back to my birth. I released a deep, very painful feeling of abandonment, since my schizophrenic mother was unable to bond with me from the beginning. … Continue reading →

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Overcoming an Obstacle

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Carna

Using creative imagination is a powerful tool for stress relief. Regain inner balance and emotional wellness by going to your “inner spa” and removing obstacles and barriers to your goals. Make yourself comfortable. Close your eyes and go into deep relaxation.When you … Continue reading →

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Quiz: The Right Inner Sanctuary For You

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Carna

Building an inner sanctuary, a safe space where we can retreat in difficult times, is very helpful. It restores emotional balance and peace of mind. Find out what kind of imaginary environment is right for you. We all need an … Continue reading →

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Dissolving the Guilt of an Alzheimer’s Caregiver

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Carna

Being the primary caregiver of a family member who has Alzheimer’s or some other form of dementia is traumatic and demanding. There are many aspects to handle, for example: the tremendous emotional toll (loss of the established relationship with a … Continue reading →

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What Your Heart Wants

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Carna

  A broken heart happens -sooner or later- to everybody, yet strangely enough, we tend to believe that other people have heaps of money, great careers, excellent health, and are blessed with devoted spouses and perfect children. We all experience … Continue reading →

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Imagine Feeling Better Right Now

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Carna

  Meadows are old, undisturbed areas that harbor a great diversity of native plants and animals. It is the perfect place to relax. Just imagine one as your personal place of emotional wellness. A sea of golden-green grass, punctuated by … Continue reading →

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Absent Father Hurts Daughter’s Work Life

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Carna

  Was your father absent in your childhood? If you are a woman, this may be the reason for several dilemmas in your professional life. Fathers can be physically or emotionally absent in their children’s lives for many reasons, and … Continue reading →

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Creative Imagination Helps Abused Woman

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Carna

  A woman hates herself for wanting to go back to her abusive ex-husband. While traditional EFT is helpful, it is creative imagination combined with EFT that achieves the breakthrough. Robin (not her real name) had been with her physically … Continue reading →

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High Self-Esteem Is Wanted by Everybody

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Carna

  Everbody wants to have high self-esteem. It just makes life so much easier, doesn't it. So why is that goal often so elusive? Just about all of us would like to see some degree of improvement in the way we … Continue reading →

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Anger! Six Ways to deal With It Effectively

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Carna

  Most of us get angry once in a while – and then we feel guilty, especially if we are female. Here are some ways to handle it. I once asked a very quiet, timid "Missing Mother" client: "Do you … Continue reading →

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Public Exposure – Oh, the Fear and Shame

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Carna

  Supposedly more people are afraid of public speaking than of death. I don't believe this. Actually given the choice, most people would head for the podium, I am quite sure of that. However, it definitely shows how frightened most … Continue reading →

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Healing the Inner Wounded Child with EFT

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Carna

The world is crowded with lonesome, fearful, and hurt inner children. At least that is  the impression I get when I work with women -and sometimes men- who had emotionally missing mothers and/or fathers. All of my clients suffered from early childhood … Continue reading →

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Do You Feel Invisible? Tap On It Now

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Carna

Do you often feel invisible or not heard in social situations? EFT helps to ease the pain and releases old emotional baggage. Here is a script to get going.  You are probably familiar with situations like these: – You post … Continue reading →

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