Tag Archives: Set-Up Phrase

Pod #152: How To Tap For Self-Acceptance

January 7, 2015 By Gene Monterastelli Leave a Comment

A few weeks ago in podcast #149 we talked about the trouble with saying "I love and accept myself". As we discussed, sometimes it is hard to say and there are also times where it isn't helpful to say. It was a useful discussion you should check ...

Pod #148: What If I Can’t Say I Love And Accept Myself (Thoughts On The EFT Setup Phrase)

December 3, 2014 By Gene Monterastelli 3 Comments

When Gary Craig first introduced the world to Emotional Freedom Techniques he used something he called the setup phrase. You would tap on the side of your hand or rub the sore spot and say, "Even though I have [insert issue] I completely love and ...

What If I Don’t (Or Can’t) Say “I Completely Love And Accept Myself” While Tapping?

October 22, 2012 By Gene Monterastelli 1 Comment

Gary Craig and many other practitioners use the phrase "I love and accept myself" in their set-up phrases, sometimes adding "deeply and completely." I don't know about you, but I've come across many people who have a real aversion to this statement. ...

Creative and Alternate Set-Up Phrase Generator For Tapping/EFT

July 6, 2011 By Gene Monterastelli 31 Comments

I am asked all the time by clients, “Do I really have to say ‘I love and accept myself...’ when I am tapping?” You don't have to say it. If it doesn't feel right for you consider this before you abandon it. To make it easier for you I have ...