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Walking the Edge: My Journey as an Empath Learning to Protect, Heal, and Shine

For as long as I can remember, I’ve sensed things others couldn’t. Energies, presences, whispers from another realm—all mixed into the fabric of my everyday life. It wasn’t until much later that I understood why: I’m an empath. Being an empath means I absorb emotions and energies around me, sometimes to the point where it feels overwhelming. Negative energies, draining people—what I call “energy vampires” or “soul snatchers”—can knock me off balance if I’m not careful. For a long time, this sensitivity felt like a curse. But now, I see it as a gift—a calling. Encounters Beyond the Veil Throughout my life, I’ve had moments that defy logic. One night driving past a cemetery, I saw a pink orb-like form linger around my car. It felt playful and curious, not frightening—a gentle energy reaching out across the veil. But it wasn’t one of my guardian angels. I’ve felt their presence in other ways, and this orb was something else—something that just passed through, maybe just drawn to my l...

EFT Tapping vs. The Emotion Code: Understanding Their Similarities and Differences


As an Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) certified practitioner with a background in meridian energy work, I’ve always been fascinated by the connection between emotions and the body's energy system. My journey led me to explore The Emotion Code, a method designed to identify and release trapped emotions using muscle testing and energy healing techniques. Given my experience with EFT tapping—where specific meridian points are stimulated to clear emotional blocks—I wanted to take a deeper look at how these two modalities compare. Do they complement each other? Are they fundamentally different? In this section, I’ll break down their similarities, differences, and how each approach works to restore emotional balance and well-being.

Both EFT tapping and the Emotion Code are energy-based healing modalities designed to release emotional blockages, but they take different approaches. Let’s break down how they compare.

Similarities Between EFT Tapping and The Emotion Code

  1. Energy Meridians – Both methods draw upon the concept of energy meridians from Traditional Chinese Medicine. They aim to clear imbalances or blockages in these pathways to restore emotional and physical well-being.
  2. Emotional Healing – Each technique acknowledges the deep connection between emotions and health. By addressing trapped emotions, both EFT and the Emotion Code work to alleviate stress, anxiety, and even physical pain.
  3. Self-Help Tools – While both techniques can be facilitated by a practitioner, they are also designed to be used as self-help methods, empowering individuals to take charge of their emotional healing.

Key Differences Between EFT Tapping and The Emotion Code

FeatureEFT TappingEmotion Code
TechniqueTapping on meridian points with fingertipsMuscle testing to identify emotions, then using a magnet along the Governing Meridian to release them
Issue IdentificationFocuses on a specific problem while tappingUses muscle testing to uncover trapped emotions, often from past experiences
PhilosophyMerges meridian tapping with cognitive reframingFocuses on identifying and releasing emotional energies without needing conscious awareness of the event

EFT Tapping: A Hands-On Emotional Release Technique

EFT tapping is a more interactive process that involves physically tapping on meridian points while acknowledging and addressing specific emotions or issues. It often incorporates positive affirmations and cognitive restructuring to shift negative thought patterns.

The Emotion Code: Identifying and Releasing Trapped Emotions

The Emotion Code, on the other hand, focuses on uncovering deeply stored emotional energies through muscle testing. It then uses a simple yet effective method—running a magnet along the Governing Meridian—to clear these trapped emotions from the body’s energy field.

Which One Is More Effective?

Effectiveness depends on the individual. Some people resonate more with the physical act of tapping, finding that it helps them process emotions in real time. Others appreciate the diagnostic and clearing method of the Emotion Code, which can bring awareness to emotions they didn’t even realize were stuck.

Ultimately, both techniques offer powerful ways to release emotional baggage, improve well-being, and restore balance to the body’s energy system. Some may prefer one over the other, while others might find value in combining both practices for deeper healing.

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