EFT Positive Affirmation List

Quick primer: What is EFT and how do affirmations fit in?

EFT combines gentle tapping on specific points on the face and body with spoken statements. The idea is to acknowledge how you feel (which calms the nervous system) and then introduce a positive or balancing statement. Affirmations during EFT are different from cheerleading theyre short, grounded, and often paired with a realistic acceptance statement, like a setup phrase.

How to do a basic EFT round

1. Identify the issue you want to work on (e.g., anxiety about a presentation).
2. Rate the intensity from 010.
3. Create a setup statement that names the problem and accepts yourself: "Even though I feel anxious about this presentation, I accept myself and how I feel." Say it 3 times while tapping the Karate Chop point (side of the hand).
4. Tap through the points while saying short reminder phrases: "this anxiety," "this tightness," etc. (see points below).
5. After 13 rounds re-rate the intensity and repeat until its lower or feels manageable.

Common tapping points (use gentle pressure):

• Karate Chop (side of the hand)
• Top of head
• Eyebrow (beginning of eyebrow)
• Side of eye
• Under eye
• Under nose
• Chin (indent below lower lip)
• Collarbone
• Underarm (about 4 inches below armpit)

How to use affirmations with tapping

Keep affirmations short and believable. Start with an accepting setup phrase, then use a reminder phrase while tapping. For example:

Setup: "Even though I feel overwhelmed, I deeply and completely accept myself."

Reminder phrase while tapping: "I can handle this" or "I am learning to calm my nervous system."

Make them your own if a phrase feels too far from truth, soften it ("Im open to feeling calmer" vs. "I am calm").

General positive affirmation list for EFT (starter pack)

• Even though I feel [state], I accept myself.
• I am learning to release this tension.
• Its okay to feel this. I can work with it.
• I choose to breathe and return to center.
• I am safe in this moment.
• I can take small steps and thats enough.
• My feelings dont define me.
• I accept myself as I am right now.
• I am open to calm and clarity.
• I am capable of handling what comes.

Affirmations by common topic

Anxiety & Stress

• Even though I feel anxious, I accept how I feel.
• I am allowed to slow down and breathe.
• This feeling will pass; I can sit with it.
• I am learning tools to calm my body.

Self-worth & Confidence

• Even though I doubt myself, I accept my experience.
• I deserve respect and kindness from myself and others.
• I am enough just as I am.
• I bring value and I am growing every day.

Sleep & Relaxation

• Even though my mind is busy, I accept that Im tired.
• My body knows how to relax and sleep comes more easily to me.
• Its safe to let go and rest now.
• I release the day and allow peaceful sleep.

Physical Pain & Discomfort

• Even though this pain is here, I accept my body and care for it.
• I breathe into the discomfort and soften around it.
• I allow gentle support and healing.
• Every breath helps me find more ease.

Cravings & Habits

• Even though I crave [substance/behavior], I accept that urge is real.
• I can notice cravings and let them pass.
• I choose what supports my health and goals.
• Each small decision toward health matters.

Relationships & Boundaries

• Even though I worry about others reactions, I accept my need for boundaries.
• I can express my truth calmly and clearly.
• My feelings are valid, and so are others feelings.
• I deserve respectful and loving connections.

Example tapping round (script)

Setup (Karate Chop, say 3x): "Even though I feel very anxious about this, I accept myself and how I feel."

Top of head: "This anxiety."

Eyebrow: "This tightness in my chest."

Side of eye: "Im so on edge."

Under eye: "All this worry."

Under nose: "Its hard right now."

Chin: "I notice my body reacting."

Collarbone: "Im open to feeling a bit calmer."

Underarm: "I can let some of this go."

Close with a grounding breath and re-rate intensity.

Tips for writing your own EFT affirmations

• Keep them short and specific.
• Include acceptance first ("Even though...") to reduce resistance.
• Use present tense and believable language ("I am open to" instead of "I am" if thats true for you).
• Address the body sensation as well as the thought ("my chest feels tight").
• Tweak wording until it feels honest authenticity matters more than positivity.

Precautions and when to seek help

EFT and affirmations can be calming and helpful for many people, but theyre not a substitute for professional care. If youre dealing with severe anxiety, trauma, or suicidal thoughts, please contact a mental health professional or crisis support in your area.