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Ask the Expert: Mind/Body Healing
Kelly Howe BSN, Certified EFT Coach
About... Kelly Howe earned her BSN in nursing from Mizzou and worked at the bedside for 10 years. As a wellness coach, she now combines that experience with several mastery certifications in a mind-body technique known as emotional freedom technique (EFT).
Q&A
Q: What makes your style of coaching different? A: EFT — also referred to as “tapping” — is a powerful stress reduction tool anyone can learn to use that combines modern psychology and principles from ancient Chinese medicine to rapidly reduce stress and rewire the nervous system. Q: Can you explain how it works? A: Any time we experience stress, there’s an underlying sense that, in some way, we’re unsafe. The mind may KNOW we’re not in danger, but our primal systems can take over and create intense physical reactions as if we’re being chased by a tiger. This dials up stress in the mind and body when it’s not actually called for. Q: What happens during EFT? A: The process involves lightly tapping on acupoints while thinking and/or speaking about something stressful. The gentle tapping sends a calming signal through the nervous system and to the brain that tells the body that, even with the thought or memory, in the present moment, we’re safe. This signal regulates brain waves and induces a sense of peace, calm and safety. Q: What is the best piece of advice you could share with our readers? A: With the current state of the world, we’re collectively being called to uplevel our stress management skills. Don’t be afraid to try new tools and get outside your comfort zone if your normal routine just isn’t cutting it. Carving out time for YOU and making stress management a priority will positively impact every facet of well-being from mental health to physical vitality. Kelly Howe Coaching 104 E. Broadway 573-673-1382 | kellyhowecoaching@gmail.com
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