Practitioner's Discussion

Re: Exam anxiety

practitionermod2 — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 12:25:36 GMT

Hi SallySue,

I find it rather difficult to determine the amount to charge. My intention for speaking at a school is to get EFT out there so that the parents and children can learn it, so I charge what I consider to be a minimal fee. I think markets are different all over and I hear a very large range of speaking fees. For a local preschool or elementary school, I will charge $300 for an hour presentation, more for higher level schools or for considerable travel. For someone who has not spoken publicly, this may sound expensive, but you have to consider that for each hour you spend speaking, you spend several hours when you count your round trip travel, and time for preparation, packing, and set up. Plus you pay taxes on that fee. If it is a larger group, and I need to pay an assistant to help with book sales, etc. I will charge more.

Product sales will generate extra income. You can often purchase other people's EFT products at a wholesale rate and resell them so that you make income on them as well. These resources are very helpful to your audience because they are often intrigued by the technique but are not comfortable enough doing it all on their own after just one presentation.You may also book private sessions from the event, although personally, I have not booked many sessions from a speaking event. On average, when I speak to a group of 30 - 50 people, I may book one session.

I would be interested in hearing what other practitioners are charging for their speaking services.

Re: Exam anxiety

sallysue — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 11:49:43 GMT

Just curious as a newbie EFTer; what would your fees be for speaking in schools?

Thanks

Re: Exam anxiety

mindxb — Wed, 20 May 2009 11:04:14 GMT

I've been in to see the HeadTeacher of my son's nursery (who is also part of a group that includes secondary education.) She is very interested and is giving me a personal introduction to the concerned Head! I'm very excited about the possibilities... which are endless as parents will be involved and they can bring EFT into the home and their own areas of concern.

I will use the info you offered.

Thanks so much, I'll will post an update

Marina

Re: Exam anxiety

teachermod2 — Tue, 19 May 2009 14:05:38 GMT

Hi there, it's always so wonderful to hear from parents who are tapping with their children!

One of the things I encourage parents to do is to make tapping part of the "tucking in" ritual. Talk about "the worst" thing that happened each day and tap away any remaining negative charge, then talk about the best things that happened and tap in those good feelings.

Another thing I like to teach the children is that they can identify and then become aware of the physical sensations in their bodies that "alert" them that are becoming angry or sad. We start off by asking where they start to feel angry, for example -- for some children, it's the stomach, for others the head. Next, I ask them what the feeling is like -- some children start to feel to feel a heat rising up, or they feel agitation or clenching in their stomachs. Different children will feel different things, so it is important to help them learn their own language. Once they recognize the signs, they can ask themselves why they are starting to feel angry...possibly because someone hurt their feelings, was disrespectful to them, or criticized their work making them feel dumb or stupid. Then of course, they can start tapping. Some younger children may have difficulty understanding or articulating the "why's" so I tell them if they don't know the why, just start tapping anyway on this "angry" or "sad" feeling.

Schools are definitely becoming more open to the use of EFT. I just recently was able to present a workshop on EFT at the Texas Counseling Association Elementary Counselors Conference, and had a marvelous turnout and response. Counselors are looking for something that works, because their hearts are to help children.

You might find further ideas on the Teacher part of this forum as well. Your son is fortunate that are giving him such an empowering tool!

Re: Exam anxiety

mindxb — Mon, 18 May 2009 17:26:08 GMT

Hi Sue

That's great news about schools being receptive... it's such a benefit to them.

Actually my son does let me tap him and he knows what it is, infact we were in a cosmetics store the other day and there was a lady tapping eye cream around her eye, and my son noticed and said "why is she tapping mummy, isn't she feeling very well"!!! I'm so proud of him. Obviously most of the time I tap at the moment is after 'tantrum' moments... he will come to understand that tapping in good feelings and positive affirmations can be done too... with my help of course.

If you have any specific techniques you've had success with, and I happy to share them, I'd be glad to know.

Thanks again

Marina

Re: Exam anxiety

practitionermod2 — Mon, 18 May 2009 15:22:34 GMT

I have found that many schools are more open to "listening" to you when you can help improve test anxiety, and ultimately test scores. Good luck with your plan and please report back and let us know how you approach them, and how it is received.

Also, it is NEVER too early to start teaching your son to tap. I taught my children at young ages, and they have turned into the most amazing, well-adjusted teens I could ever imagine. I also go into schools and teach many preschool parents to use EFT with their children.It is so nice to see children grow up without baggage!

Continue your great work!

Re: Exam anxiety

mindxb — Mon, 18 May 2009 14:15:05 GMT

Thanks so much for that. I have a son, but he's only 3! However, I am planning to go into some schools here and show them how this would be invaluable during exam time.

Much appreciate your comments!

Re: Exam anxiety

practitionermod2 — Mon, 18 May 2009 13:04:04 GMT

Hi mindxb,

Yes, EFT works wonderfully for test exam anxiety, and all the anxiety associated with not doing well on an exam. They can tap on:

Even though I am axious about the exam/even though I will not get into the university if I don't do well/even though I feel so much pressure about the exam, etc. Have them simply tap on anything that they feel axious about, and any previous experiences where they feel they didn't do well on an exam, and fear that the same thing will happen.

Exam anxiety

mindxb — Mon, 18 May 2009 11:52:29 GMT

Hi There

Does anyone have specific experience with 15-18 year olds studying and preparing for their important exams... especially stress about taking the exam and what they will do if they don't make the grade and miss out on the chance of joining their favourite university.

Thanks and Regards