Here’s a complete, ready-to-use EFT Tapping Script for Overcoming Passive Aggression — designed to help you release indirect hostility, express yourself clearly, and build healthy assertiveness.
You can use this word-for-word for yourself or with clients.
EFT Tapping Script
Overcome Passive Aggression
Preparation
Sit comfortably or lie down.
Take a slow, deep breath in… and exhale fully.
Bring your awareness to any situations where you notice passive-aggressive feelings: sarcasm, avoidance, resentment, or subtle hostility.
Notice where you feel tension in your body — maybe in your jaw, chest, or stomach.
Setup Statement
(Karate Chop Point – repeat 3 times)
“Even though I notice passive-aggressive feelings or tendencies in myself,
and even though I sometimes avoid expressing my anger or frustration directly,
I choose to acknowledge these feelings honestly,
and I am open to releasing passive aggression and expressing myself in healthy ways.”
Round 1 – Acknowledging Passive-Aggressive Patterns
Eyebrow:
“I notice frustration or resentment I haven’t expressed”
Side of Eye:
“I sometimes hide my feelings instead of speaking up”
Under Eye:
“I notice sarcasm, avoidance, or subtle hostility”
Under Nose:
“I may feel annoyed but hold it in”
Chin:
“I sometimes express anger indirectly instead of clearly”
Collarbone:
“I notice tension in my body from unexpressed feelings”
Under Arm:
“I sometimes withdraw or avoid conflict instead of addressing it”
Top of Head:
“I acknowledge these patterns honestly”
Round 2 – Releasing Passive Aggression
Eyebrow:
“I release the need to hide or mask my anger”
Side of Eye:
“I release resentment, sarcasm, and avoidance”
Under Eye:
“I release fear of expressing myself honestly**
Under Nose:
“I let go of indirect ways of communicating**
Chin:
“I soften tension in my body and mind**
Collarbone:
“I allow my feelings to flow safely and calmly**
Under Arm:
“I open to expressing myself directly and respectfully**
Top of Head:
“I am ready to let go of passive aggression fully**
Round 3 – Cultivating Assertive, Healthy Expression
Eyebrow:
“I choose to express my feelings clearly and calmly**
Side of Eye:
“I speak honestly without hostility**
Under Eye:
“I communicate my needs and boundaries respectfully**
Under Nose:
“I respond with calmness instead of indirect anger**
Chin:
“I allow assertiveness and clarity to grow**
Collarbone:
“I replace passive aggression with understanding and respect**
Under Arm:
“I nurture relationships with honesty and care**
Top of Head:
“I embody calm, clear, and healthy communication**
Round 4 – Strengthening the New Pattern
Eyebrow:
“I turn up the frequency of assertiveness and clarity**
Side of Eye:
“I respond thoughtfully instead of reacting indirectly**
Under Eye:
“I release old patterns of avoidance, sarcasm, or subtle hostility**
Under Nose:
“I maintain healthy boundaries with respect and compassion**
Chin:
“I express myself clearly, confidently, and kindly**
Collarbone:
“I radiate calm, confidence, and emotional balance**
Under Arm:
“My energy is direct, honest, and healthy**
Top of Head:
“I fully embody clarity, assertiveness, and integrity**
Closing Integration
Place one hand on your heart and one on your solar plexus.
Breathe slowly and deeply.
Say silently or aloud:
“I release passive-aggressive tendencies.
I choose honest, respectful, and assertive communication.
I express my feelings with clarity, confidence, and care.
I am calm, balanced, and emotionally healthy.”
Allow your body, mind, and energy to absorb this sense of directness, honesty, and inner peace.
Practice Notes
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Use daily or whenever you notice passive-aggressive tendencies
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Combine with journaling your feelings before expressing them
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Focus on practicing assertiveness and calm communication
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Repeat during conversations where you feel tempted to respond indirectly