09/11/2026
We often think about using coping tools after we’re already overwhelmed.
But you don’t have to wait until your stress is a 9 or 10.
If you know you have a difficult conversation coming up, an appointment you’re worried about, a presentation to give, or even a particularly demanding day ahead, take a few minutes beforehand to notice what you’re feeling.
Where is your intensity right now?
If you’re familiar with TFT, this can be a good time to use the tapping techniques you’ve learned and then reassess how you feel.
The goal isn’t necessarily to eliminate every uncomfortable feeling.
Sometimes it’s simply to lower the intensity enough that you can walk into the situation feeling a little more settled and able to respond to what’s actually happening.
TFT doesn’t have to be reserved for a crisis. These tools can become part of how you navigate the ordinary stresses of everyday life.