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Practical guidance on EFT tapping, nervous system regulation, co-regulation, and supporting anxious children — from Michelle Walsh and The Journal Tapping Method.
What is EFT tapping — and why does it work so well for children?
EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) is one of the most well-researched and underused tools in emotional regulation. Here's what the science says — and why it works differently for children than for adults.
Co-regulation: why your calm is the most powerful thing you can give your child
Children cannot fully regulate their own nervous systems without support from a regulated adult nearby. This is co-regulation — and it's neuroscience, not wishful thinking.
A tapping script for school anxiety — and how to personalise it for your child
School anxiety is one of the most common reasons children use The Journal Tapping Method. Here's a sample script — plus guidance on how to make it work better by using your child's own words.
Morning meltdowns: a nervous system approach to the hardest part of the day
For many families, the morning is the most dysregulated time of day. Here's what's happening in the nervous system — and what actually helps.
EFT tapping for teenagers: why it works when nothing else does
Teenagers are notoriously resistant to being helped. EFT works with that resistance rather than against it — and the journal entry format means they don't have to talk to anyone.
What is a SUDS score — and why does it matter so much?
SUDS (Subjective Units of Distress Scale) is a simple 0–10 number that makes the invisible visible. Here's why it's central to everything we do at The Journal Tapping Method.