"If Comfort Had a Flavor - "

“If comfort had a flavor, what would it be?” asked an advertisement inside a Starbucks store.

“Vanilla,” was the answer it provided.

And the store probably sold a lot of vanilla that day, because we all want comfort.

The real question is “What will provide comfort in the short term that is also beneficial in the long-run?”

Some “self-soothing techniques” have positive long-term side effects and some are costly in terms of health and ultimate happiness.

Children use thumbs and well-worn blankets as pacifiers.
Adults have more resources and can choose to use friends, hobbies, nature, exercise, spirituality… –or – compulsive shopping, foods, cigarettes, alcohol, addictive behaviors…

We know what advertisers are really selling – the product. But when we see through their marketing gimmicks, what are we really wanting to buy? When we are stressed, it is probably peace of mind and relaxation. When we are down and depressed it might be stimulation, comfort and love. What we really want is balance.

What if you knew a simple technique that would restore inner balance to all distressing feelings? It’s the ultimate self-soothing tool, called “Emotional Freedom Technique.”

Part of a field called Energy Psychology, EFT incorporates stimulating the end-points of acupuncture meridians to remove blockages in energy flow. You simply tap on these easy-to-find points yourself while thinking about the issue.

Is it a quick fix?
It is quick comfort with long-term positive side-effects. With a more balanced mind/body you can then think clearly, avoid temptations and achieve goals.

Sounds too good to be true?
Check it out! The web-site www.emofree.com offers a free 80 page manual and newsletter. EFT Founder, Gary Craig and everyday citizens, physicians and therapists give a sampling of actual cases including: Pain Management, Addictions, Weight Loss, Allergies, Children’s Issues, Headaches, Panic/Anxiety, Asthma, Trauma, PTSD, Abuse, Depression, Dyslexia, Anger, ADD-ADHD, Fears/phobias, Easting disorders, OCD, Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Fear of Flying, Claustrophobia, Agoraphobia, Anorexia/Bulimia, Sports and other Performance.

Because EFT is best taught by a trained professional, Dr. Kathy Doner will be presenting “Emotional Freedom Technique: A Simple Tool for Controlling Cravings and Stress”

March 5, 6:30-8:30 PM at Sebastian River Medical Center and again on April 7 for $25. Pre-registration is required — call 772-581-0221 or www.KathyDonerMD.com, click on “workshops.”