One of the phrases I hear frequently from clients is “I don’t deserve…” When we believe we don’t deserve something then we are going to prevent ourselves from getting it. It doesn’t matter if it is a better job, a loving relationship, or better health. If we don’t feel we deserve it then we aren’t going to move forward. In this reflection we look at how changing the way we understand the word “deserve” can change the way we heal.

I have a lot of issues that I want to use Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)/tapping on, but I don’t know where to begin. Should I do the memories chronologically or should I do them is chunks of related issues?
Often we are ourselves the biggest obstacle to our success. We hold beliefs that prevent us from trying, that prevent us from recognizing the opportunities we have to move forward. “Brian” was in a situation where he wanted to move forward with his business. He came up with a number of brilliant ideas to move his business ahead, but when push came to shove he wouldn’t take the steps he needed to take to move forward.


Gene Monterastelli is a Baltimore based EFT practitioner who in addition to work with clients and groups regularly writes and records about how to use the tapping protocols to regain control of your health and well-being.
