The document discusses how childhood experiences, particularly critical parenting, can lead to present behavioral issues, using the example of individual 'A', who is anxious in company meetings due to past negative reinforcement from his father. It highlights the role of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) in reducing anxiety and negative beliefs, allowing 'A' to develop new, positive behaviors and improved self-esteem. Ultimately, the document emphasizes the transformative impact of EFT on overcoming past traumas and enhancing personal performance.

1. Impact of learnt childhood responses on Present behaviors
‘A’s father never allowed
PAST A’s survival strategy
him to Reply. He was
was to listen.
mostly criticized by his
father when he spoke.
Present ‘A’ is Nervous in Impact
company meetings with
seniors.
Belief - "They will not accept my
replies just like my father”.
Behavior - Only listening;
Not expressing or offering Low self esteem and
viewpoints. performance.
Copyright 2012 Puja Kanth Alfred. www.emofreetherapy.com

2. How does EFT help?
‘A’s father never allowed A’s survival strategy was EFT on the
him to Reply. He was to listen. past events
mostly criticized by his
father when he spoke.
Reduces Impact of
negative thoughts and
A is Nervous in company EFT on anxiety/ feelings attached to
meetings with seniors. Nervousness & past memories.
beliefs
Belief - "They will not
accept my replies just like
my father”. Reduces anxiety, releases limiting
beliefs and new behaviors are
learnt.
Behavior – Active Positively Affects his
Listening, Expressing and self esteem and
offering viewpoints. performance.
Copyright 2012 Puja Kanth Alfred. www.emofreetherapy.com