EFT for the Highly Sensitive Temperament (EFT: Emotional Freedom Techniques) [Paperback]

Rue Hass (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2009 | Series: EFT: Emotional Freedom Techniques

Are you very sensitive to your own feelings and the feelings of those around you? Do you get overwhelmed by external stimuli, such as crowds, loud sounds and hectic environments? Are you deeply affected by the beauty of art, literature, music and nature? Do you get stressed easily? Do you suffer from feelings of inadequacy and sadness? Do you always seek deep and meaningful relationships? If so, you may have a highly sensitive temperament (HST). HSTs are a recently-recognized personality type and face many challenges in a world that is full of overwhelming stimuli. Yet HSTs can learn to survive and be successful. The breakthrough techniques of EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) are a powerful resource for HSTs. They teach you how to immediately and routinely reduce the intensity coming at you, how to set personal guidelines that work for you. [i]EFT for the Highly Sensitive Temperament [/i] is an invaluable survival guide for HSTs, their loved ones and their families. It shows how to turn sensitivity into a gift for yourself and the world.

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About the Author

Ruth Hass is an EFT Master. She particularly likes to work with young people, adolescents and young adults as a mentor/coach. She wants to make it easier for these young people to find their place in the world, as they are here to save it. She is inspired by the work of David Spangler. She lives in Madison, Wisconsin.

Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: Energy Psychology Press (September 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1604150467
• ISBN-13: 978-1604150469
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #19,244 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #90 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Mental Health > Emotions

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44 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Simple Technique for Amazing Results!, February 8, 2010

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Ann Hauer "Ann's Book Nook" (Metro Detroit, MI) - See all my reviews

This review is from: EFT for the Highly Sensitive Temperament (EFT: Emotional Freedom Techniques) (Paperback)

EFT - For the Highly Sensitive Temperament offers more than just an effortless healing technique. I felt as I was reading, that this book could offer a very simple and effective way to bring a natural, positive, effective and powerful shift for everyone on this planet.

EFT, short for Emotional Freedom Technique, is a painless tapping on specific acupressure points. It is based on the concept of "The cause of all negative emotions is a disruption in the body's energy system." This concept is shared from the Eastern practices of how meridian lines (channels along which the energy is considered to flow.) can become blocked or stagnant, which can lead to many dis-eases. However, when this energy is running open, we feel our best. Rue Hass has devoted an entire book for just those that suffer from being `highly sensitive' and explains how that personality type is not alone, but should be treasured for the wonderful being they truly are.

Rue immediately describes the nature of the `Highly Sensitive Temperament', but first she opens with learning how to self-care for this type of person. Explaining how sensitive people are often from painful pasts, and these pasts are filled with very limiting and invalidating beliefs. She teaches the reader how to reconnect him or herself in a loving, positive way and one begins to feel that sense of `belonging' in the Universe. After this, she provides the `Basic Recipe', which is the foundation of the technique provided. She then includes the rest of the instructions as well as sample affirmations and worksheets. I say this is wonderful for everyone as so many examples are listed with just the basic recipe, and it is so simple that I am eager to start teaching my five year old son how to do this!

I for one had a very emotional time with Rue's book. Not in a negative way, as I found much offered with the `Basic Recipe', the tapping points and affirmations. I never realized that I myself was a `Highly Sensitive Temperament' personality. The stories included from cases hit home with me in many different ways. I was able to see others, like me that started out feeling the way I did and suffering from some type of a debilitation. It was heart wrenching to read what they endured as children and even later in life. However, it was very uplifting and promising to see how much improvement was made after their sessions with EFT! I especially enjoyed how a small child tapped points, stated their own affirmations and lost a case of sniffles and a cough! I firmly believe that if everyone learned this effortless technique, many cycles on all forms of abuse could end. Children would no longer be the victims. They would know how to heal the hurt and pain of an action before it wounded the heart and soul.

I am also a holistic practitioner. I am not positive on how I may work this into my practice, however I will be working it into my daily life and for my family. Reading this book has truly opened my eyes, as I know how to address past issues to heal myself further. As my son seems to show signs of `High Sensitivity', I am happy to have this tool to share with him as well. I definitely recommend this book to everyone - and anyone that would like make a positive shift in their life!

35 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Look at an Exciting Method of Therapy!, March 29, 2010

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Lauri C. Coates (MASCOUTAH, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: EFT for the Highly Sensitive Temperament (EFT: Emotional Freedom Techniques) (Paperback)

EFT for the Highly Sensitive Temperament

(EFT: Emotional Freedom Techniques)

Author: Rue Hass

Publisher: Energy Psychology Press

ISBN: 978-1-60415-046-9

Today's world can often be a hectic place. We are exposed to a huge amount and variety of stimuli. From bright lighting, noisy cars, loud talking, blaring music and constantly ringing phones to the noise of machinery, blinking lights of electronic equipment, and everything that goes along with modern society and technology. Do you ever feel like all that activity, people and noise are really upsetting you? Ever feel like you are on sensory-overload? If so, you may be a person with a highly sensitive temperament (HST).

Do you get anxious or depressed by things and people around you? How do you make personal decisions? Are you logic driven or do you base decisions on your gut feelings or intuitions? Studies have found that those of us with HST tend to be more intuitive, more in touch with our personal vibes, and the vibes of people we come into contact with. HSTs often get their feelings hurt easily, and have an extremely high level of empathy towards others, including animals. Perhaps you are self-sacrificing, putting the needs and desires of others above your own. You may find that your physical or mental health suffers because of it. Often, HSTs will feel emotionally drained and exhausted just by being in crowded or loud situations. They may try to avoid conflict of any kind. Usually idealistic, they would like to assume the best of everyone.

Being an HST is not a bad thing; many of the world's greatest humanitarians and creative people are HST. Learning to work with these traits, instead of fighting against them, can reward you with a more peaceful and efficient, successful life.

Using EFT, the reader can train themselves to work with their personality traits. EFT is based on the premise that the cause of all negative emotions is a disruption in our body's energy system. These disruptions can lead to physical, spiritual, mental and emotional symptoms and difficulties. If you have any knowledge of eastern medicine, you know that it's based on this same belief. In fact, it's been the basis of eastern medicine for thousands of years. EFT is often referred to as emotional accupunture, since it uses a tapping technique on key accupressure points. Studies have found that 80 percent of people treated with EFT, even self-treated, find at least some degree of relief. If used with a skilled practioner, the success rate reaches 95%. That's an outstanding level of success; especially when you consider that EFT uses no medication, surgery or medical intervention.

Written in an easy-to-follow, extensively detailed style, this book would be extremely useful to both laypersons and professionals. Anyone who with an interest in EFT or personality theory would find much new knowledge here. If you have an interest in alternative medicine or holistic therapies, it would prove an invaluable reference, both from the standpoint of a good understanding of EFT and personality issues or traits. Highly recommended.

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars EFT for the Highly Sensitive Temperament, April 17, 2010

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This review is from: EFT for the Highly Sensitive Temperament (EFT: Emotional Freedom Techniques) (Paperback)

This is a incredibly important book for those of us who have highly sensitive temperaments. It will make you feel that you are not alone. Please get this book and tap away! You will feel better! There is hope!