Dec 22 2023
Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Nine - Phobias
Overcoming Phobias with EFT: A Deep Dive into Spider Phobias and MoreEmma and Jemima dive into the topic of overcoming phobias. Initially discussing what phobias are and their impact, they specifically highlight arachnophobia, or fear of spiders. Emma, one of the speakers, shares her personal experiences with two phobias — dentists and spiders, further discussing the physical and emotional reactions she experiences. The discussion extends to EFT, or Emotional Freedom Techniques, which can help with phobias. Jemima guides Emma through an EFT session targeting her spider phobia. Through this process, they uncover that the phobia masquerades an underlying fear of loss of control. Examining a past childhood incident tied to the spider phobia, they successfully diffuse it, demonstrating how re-contextualizing past experiences can change emotional responses. Emma concludes by feeling more control and less panic when thinking about spiders, suggesting broader applications of EFT.00:02 Introduction and Greetings00:16 Discussion on Phobias01:50 Personal Experiences with Phobias02:54 Deep Dive into Spider Phobia08:43 Tapping Technique to Address Phobias11:17 Linking Phobias with Control Issues15:46 Revisiting the Spider Phobia16:16 Childhood Memory Related to Spider Phobia17:35 Imagining the Event18:09 Identifying the Emotional Spike18:55 Tapping Through the Points19:23 Understanding the Fear20:39 Reliving the Memory21:39 Addressing the Feeling of Being Trapped22:46 Releasing the Fear23:34 Reflecting on the Experience23:52 Revisiting the Event24:15 Uncovering the Underlying Decision24:31 Understanding the Impact of the Event25:35 Reframing the Experience27:11 Checking the Reaction to Spiders29:55 Reflecting on the Healing Process30:18 Wrapping Up the SessionSupport the Show.