Show Notes
Heather chats with Gwyneth about EFT, tapping and how emotional blocks from the past can affect the way we feel, behave and make music.
They explore how tapping works, why performance anxiety can feel so powerful, and how simple emotional freedom techniques may help musicians feel calmer, freer and more confident.
In this episode: • What EFT and tapping are • How Gwyneth helps people get free from the past • Why performance anxiety can be so difficult for musicians • The story of a pianist who worked through deep performance fear • How music can bring up emotions and memories • The five minute tapping routine Gwyneth will be sharing in the membership • Why Catherine recommended Gwyneth to How To Harp • How tapping can support stress, sleep and emotional wellbeing
This is a fascinating and thoughtful conversation about performance anxiety, emotional freedom and how musicians can find more calm and confidence in themselves and their music.
Host: Heather Downie - Harpist, Principal Lever Harp Tutor at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Founder of How To Harp
Guest: Gwyneth Moss - EFT and Tapping Specialist
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