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It seems strange, especially in Chicago, where it is definitely still winter, that we are supposed to Spring Forward in March.  It is even stranger for me, because we are springing forward on March 13th, my birthday.

I have been on this planet for many, many years and never before was the time ever changed on this date.  By the way, can anyone explain to me why we have “Daylight Savings?”  The states that don’t participate seem to do just fine.

And what exactly are we “saving?”  Why don’t we just start work or school an hour earlier or an hour later?  We all dutifully do it, and not one single person I know has ever been able to explain to me why we do it?  I remember hearing when I was a kid that it had something to do with little farm children being spared from walking to school in the dark.

Since I have never lived on a farm and don’t tend to walk when it’s dark out, why do I have to change my clock and “lose” an hour of sleep?

I have already started celebrating my birthday.  Shop people were very nice to me all week.  One store gave me a discount, and two stores gave me little gifts.  A restaurant gave me a free dessert with a candle in it. At church on my birthday, a very good baker is making me a chocolate cake, and the Music Director is going to sing one of my favorite songs:  You raise me up.

Then, in the evening, I’m meeting friends for dinner at one of my favorite restaurants.  I have always loved celebrating my birthday.  One cynical friend said to me years ago:  Anyone who celebrates their birthday after the age of 11 is an idiot!  I’m proud to say that I’ve been an idiot for more than 50 years.

I encourage you all to celebrate your own birthdays.  I’m certainly glad you were born.  Aren’t you?

My gift to you during my birthday month is half off an initial phone consultation.  My usual fee is $130 per session, with discounts for packages of 3 or 6 sessions.  Just mention this blog post, and you will only pay $65 for a 50 minute telephone session.  Call or e-mail me to make an appointment:  (773) 880-5492 or kiya@eft-tap.com.

My thoughts and prayers are with the people of Japan.  Let’s all send them healing energy at this time of terrible devastation.

Happy March to all of you!

Kiya

P.S.  My EFT Basics Plus Workshop for March 19th is completely sold out.  Let me know if you are interested in Trainings for the future.

The Bible tells us to love thy neighbor, but we tend to forget the second part of the quotation: as thyself.  Since this is Valentine’s week, and so many people I know struggle with this holiday, I’m putting in an extra plug for self-love.  I’m not talking about the Donald-Trump-aren’t-I-the-greatest-even-with-bad-hair kind of bravado:  I am talking about genuine affection and appreciation for who you really are.

For those of you who struggle with low self-esteem, and even those of you who are pretty happy with yourself, try tapping for self-love this particular week.  Below is a tapping sequence for individuals who are very critical of themselves.  But you can change the wording to fit your own self-evaluation.

If you have a lot of critical self-chatter, you might want to do a whole round or two of negative statements just to clear the air.  Remember, you are tapping while you do it so your energy remains neutral. I encourage you to exaggerate to the point of absurdity:  I’m too fat; my place is a mess; I’m late with my taxes; I still bite my fingernails; I’m lazy; I hate to exercise; I won’t eat my green beans; I’ll probably never write the great American novel; my thighs are the size of Cleveland; I sing like a dying frog, etc.

Then, begin to interject some positive statements along with the negative (and they don’t have to have anything to do with each other):

KC:   Even though I find so many things wrong with me, I want to learn to love and accept myself anyway. (3times)

EB:   My thighs are the size of Cleveland AND I have pretty blue eyes.  

SE:   I’m lazy AND I know almost all the words to “Oklahoma.”

UE:   I still bite my fingernails AND cats and children like me. 

UN:  I hate to exercise AND I love to laugh.  

Ch:   I won’t eat my green beans AND I’m a great thumb wrestler.    

CB:   I sing like a dying frog AND  I make great Smoothies.   

UA:   I’m too fat AND I have a great sense of humor.    

RC:   I love to watch old movies.    

WR:   I show up for my friends. 

TH:   I really do like myself just the way I am!

Buy yourself a Valentine’s Day card and sign it with love.  Buy yourself some flowers.  Be kind and patient with yourself.  And if you happen to be in the Chicago area, join me at my EFT Basics Plus Workshop on March 19, 2011 and March 20, 2011.  If you call me before midnight on Valentine’s Day and commit to the workshop, and pre-pay before March 1, 2011, you can still get the discount price of $100.  Call Kiya to reserve your space:  (773) 880-5492.

So, maybe you don’t have a specific Valentine person this year, or even if you do, how about spending the whole Valentine week saying loving things to friends, neighbors, co-workers, family members and especially, your own precious self!

I love to say to a stranger on an elevator:  “What a beautiful necklace!” Usually, if it’s pretty enough for me to notice, then the person has a special feeling about it.  Often, the woman will touch it and smile so happily and tell me a little story about where or how she got it.

I love little moments like that.  And they take no extra effort or energy.

Just today, a little boy on an elevator was bursting with pride that he had his first karate lesson.  I told him that I have a friend who got her black belt when she was just 13 years old, so he eagerly showed me one of his new moves.  He was probably about 5 years old and we shared a wonderful moment.

It’s so easy to think of all the insults and slights and grievances we have about the people who cross our paths every day.  Try blessing them all, and sometime this next week, walk by a mirror and tell yourself how adorable you are!

And just  a reminder, my EFT Basics Plus Workshop is filling up fast.  The six hour class will take place on Saturday, March 19, 2011 and Sunday, March 20, 2011 from 10 A.M. until 6 P.M. both days on the north side of Chicago.  The cost is just $125, but if you notify me by Valentine’s day that you are definitely coming and mail me a $25 non-refundable deposit, you can attend for just $100.

In the workshop, I will be teaching the Basics of Energy Tapping, plus some exciting new innovations I have learned from my mentors and master teachers.  Whether the work is totally new to you, or you are taking it as a review, you will enjoy this highly informative and fun class.

Call or e-mail me by Valentine’s Day to reserve your space and to qualify for the $25 discount.  Space is limited, so if you are in the area, and would like to come, please call or e-mail me:  (773) 880-5492 or: kiya@eft-tap.com. 

I am excited to share with you that I will be teaching an EFT Workshop in Chicago on March 19 and 20, 2011.  I will cover all the Basics so that you can use this powerful tool for yourself.  The class will be from 10 AM until 1 PM on that Saturday and Sunday.

I am calling it “EFT Basics Plus” because I have learned so many new techniques and innovations since I first taught EFT workshops over 5 years ago.  If you have ever taken a Basic EFT class from me, I promise that you will learn some new and useful tools besides getting a great review. 

The cost for the 6 hour workshop is only $125, but if you want to give yourself an early Valentine’s Day Gift, sign up and pay a non-refundable $25 deposit by February 14th and only pay $100!

Learn how to stay calm in all kinds of stressful situations:  traffic, dealing with your boss, getting on an airplane, public speaking, taking exams and much, much more.  EFT can also give you relief from physical aches and pains. 

If you haven’t already, watch the 7 minute introductory video on my website: www.eft-tap.com.  You will see a man who was using a wheel chair do jumping jacks!

If you don’t live in Chicago, or can’t make the workshop, don’t forget that you can have a phone or SKYPE session with me from anywhere in the world.  E-mail me at:  kiya@eft-tap.com or call:  (773) 593-5492.

Recently, I got a fabulous testimonial from a colleague of mine who was promoting me to two other colleagues. She said:  “Kiya has a ton of energy, a sharp and creative mind, a big heart and a personality that puts the three of us to shame.”

That certainly made my day!  Try praising someone this week—it’s win-win for everyone!

How often I have forgotten the “thank” in Thanksgiving.  As usual, I see how tapping helps me transcend my negative “monkey mind” and moves me into a state of gratitude.

It is so easy to think of dozens of things to be UN-thankful for:  the economy, the weather, lousy relationships, lack of relationships, feeling too fat or too skinny or too old—the list goes on and on.

Just bundle all the complaints together and tap them away.  Then, spend a little time alone on this holiday and think about some things you can sincerely be thankful for.  Don’t forget the little, tiny things that are precious, but so easily forgotten:  the baby who smiled and waved at me at a restaurant; laughing with a friend over something entirely ridiculous; giving my sandwich to a homeless man; getting into a tight pair of jeans; feeling the warm sun on my face on an otherwise cold day, etc.

Of course, I’m also thankful for the big blessings in my life:  a lovely home, great friends and family, my health and work that I love.

What are you thankful for?  I suggest thinking about it today and every day.  I wish you a happy, healthy and thankful Thanksgiving.

Blessings,

Kiy