Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), commonly called Tapping, is a self-help tool that combines modern psychological exposure and cognitive techniques with the principles of ancient Chinese acupressure. It operates on the idea that negative emotions and physical pain are caused by a disruption in the body's energy system. The core process involves using fingertips to gently tap on a sequence of nine specific meridian points, located primarily on the face and upper body, while simultaneously focusing on a specific issue (e.g., stress, anxiety, or pain) and verbalizing a self-acceptance statement. This dual action is believed to send calming signals to the amygdala, the brain's stress center, helping to regulate the nervous system and rapidly reduce cortisol levels and emotional distress.