How to Use the 9 Gamut Procedure Before Quantum Tapping
The 9 Gamut Procedure is a short preparatory exercise used in Dr. Garland Landrith’s Quantum Tapping method. It combines gentle tapping or rubbing on a point on the back of the hand with a sequence of eye movements, humming, and counting.
The complete sequence usually takes only a few minutes. Dr. Landrith recommends using it before a longer tapping session to help a person pause, shift attention away from habitual thought patterns, and become more present before working with an emotion, intention, affirmation, prayer, or meditation.
Quantum Tapping builds upon techniques associated with Emotional Freedom Techniques, commonly called EFT or tapping. EFT generally combines focused language with fingertip tapping on selected areas of the body. Dr. Landrith’s approach adds practices involving meditation, gratitude, positive affirmations, intentions, prayer, manifestation, and heart-centered awareness.
This guide explains the Gamut Procedure as it appears in Dr. Landrith’s Quantum Tapping materials. It is intended to help listeners understand the procedure referenced throughout the Tap Into Bliss downloadable programs. Other EFT practitioners may teach a different version, place the procedure elsewhere in a tapping session, or omit it entirely.
What Is the Gamut Point?
The word “Gamut” refers to the complete series of nine actions performed while tapping or rubbing a particular point on the back of the hand. The sequence moves through several different forms of attention: looking, closing the eyes, moving the eyes, humming, and counting.
In Dr. Landrith’s teaching framework, these changing activities are used as a transition between ordinary thinking and the more focused state desired for tapping, meditation, affirmations, or intention work. Some people experience the procedure simply as a useful pause. Others find that the combination of movement, sound, touch, and counting helps interrupt repetitive thinking and brings their attention back to the present moment.
You do not need to understand or agree with a particular theory about energy, brain hemispheres, or meridians to follow the procedure. It can be approached as a brief mind-body exercise that helps you slow down and prepare for the guided practice that follows.
Where Is the Gamut Point?
The Gamut point is located on the back of either hand. Look for the shallow groove running between the bones that lead to your ring finger and little finger. The point is below the knuckles, not directly on the knuckle joints.
Use two or three fingertips from your opposite hand to tap gently in this area. If tapping feels awkward, you may rub the point using a small circular motion instead.
There is no need to strike the hand forcefully or locate one mathematically exact spot. The touch should remain gentle and comfortable. If the area is tender, use less pressure, switch hands, or lightly hold the point without tapping.
Keep tapping or rubbing this area while completing all nine parts of the procedure.
Why Is the Procedure Used Before Tapping?
Dr. Landrith presents the Gamut Procedure as a way to prepare for the main Quantum Tapping sequence. Its purpose is not to solve the entire issue by itself. Instead, it creates a brief transition into the practice.
The procedure may help you:
Pause before reacting to a stressful thought or feeling
Direct attention toward the present moment
Move from analysis into a more experiential exercise
Prepare to repeat an affirmation or setup statement
Establish a consistent beginning for a tapping session
Settle into prayer, meditation, or intention work
Notice thoughts and emotions without immediately trying to change them
These are possible personal experiences rather than guaranteed results. You may notice a clear change, a subtle change, or no immediate change at all. The procedure can still serve as a structured beginning to the tapping process.
Before You Begin
Find a place where you can sit or stand comfortably. Because the procedure includes eye movements, do not practice while driving, walking through a hazardous area, or operating equipment.
Take one or two natural breaths. There is no need to breathe unusually deeply or hold your breath.
Decide what you would like to bring into the tapping session. It may be a specific concern, such as:
“I feel nervous about tomorrow.”
“I keep replaying this conversation.”
“I am having difficulty settling down.”
“I want to feel more confident about this decision.”
“I would like to become clearer about my intention.”
“I want to practice gratitude and become more present.”
Try to choose one subject at a time. You do not need to explain the entire situation or find the perfect words. A simple phrase is enough to give the session a focus.
If the issue feels emotionally overwhelming, consider choosing a less intense aspect of it or working with a qualified mental-health professional rather than addressing traumatic material alone.
The Complete Nine-Step Gamut Procedure
Begin tapping or rubbing the Gamut point. Continue at a comfortable, steady pace while completing the following nine steps.
1. Keep Your Eyes Open
Look forward in a natural, relaxed way. You do not need to stare at a particular object or hold your eyes rigidly in place.
Notice that you are tapping the back of your hand. Allow yourself to arrive in the present moment before moving to the next step.
2. Close Your Eyes
Gently close your eyes while continuing to tap or rub the Gamut point. Avoid squeezing your eyelids or creating tension around your forehead.
Remain here briefly. The goal is simply to move from eyes open to eyes closed as part of the sequence.
3. Look Down and to the Right
Open your eyes and look down toward your right side. Keep your head generally facing forward and allow the movement to come primarily from your eyes.
Do not strain to look as far as possible. A small, comfortable movement is enough.
4. Look Down and to the Left
Move your eyes down toward your left side while continuing to stimulate the Gamut point.
Again, keep the movement gentle. If moving your eyes to either side causes discomfort or dizziness, reduce the range of motion or skip this portion.
5. Circle Your Eyes in One Direction
Slowly move your eyes in a complete circle. Imagine that you are following the outer edge of a large clock with your gaze.
Move at a comfortable speed. The circle does not need to be perfectly shaped, and there is no benefit to forcing your eyes toward an uncomfortable position.
6. Circle Your Eyes in the Opposite Direction
Reverse direction and complete another slow circle with your eyes.
Continue tapping or rubbing the hand throughout the movement. Keep your face and jaw relaxed and breathe normally.
7. Hum a Familiar Melody
Hum a few seconds of “Row, Row, Row Your Boat,” as suggested in Dr. Landrith’s materials. You only need to hum enough of the melody to recognize it.
If you prefer, you may use another simple and familiar tune. Choose something easy enough that you do not need to stop and remember the words.
8. Count From One to Five
Stop humming and count aloud at a relaxed pace:
One, two, three, four, five.
Continue tapping while you count. If speaking aloud is not practical, you may count quietly, although using your voice can make the transition between humming and counting more distinct.
9. Hum the Melody Again
Return to the same melody and hum it for a few more seconds.
After humming, stop tapping and let your hand rest. Take a comfortable breath and notice whether anything has shifted in your thoughts, emotions, breathing, or body.
You do not need to manufacture a change. Simply notice your current state without judging the result.
What Should You Notice Afterward?
The Gamut Procedure does not have a required emotional response. Some people feel calmer or more focused. Others notice that the original thought feels less immediate. You might become aware of a different emotion, memory, body sensation, or aspect of the situation.
It is also normal to experience little or no noticeable change after one round. The procedure is generally used as preparation for the tapping and affirmation work that follows, rather than as a stand-alone solution.
You can ask yourself:
What emotion is most noticeable now?
Where do I feel it in my body?
Has the intensity changed?
Did another thought or concern appear?
What part of the issue would I like to address next?
Am I ready to continue, or would it be better to pause?
Your answers can help you choose the wording for the next part of the session.
Moving Into the Setup Statement
After completing the Gamut Procedure, Dr. Landrith’s method generally moves into a setup affirmation. The statement acknowledges the problem while also introducing acceptance and self-compassion.
A general version from his materials can be expressed as:
Even though I am experiencing this problem, I am going to do the best I can to accept and love myself—even if the problem does not go away immediately.Replace “this problem” with language that identifies your current concern. For example:
Even though I feel anxious about this decision, I am going to do the best I can to accept and love myself as I work through it.The statement does not require you to pretend that everything is fine. It allows you to acknowledge a difficult experience without defining your entire identity by it.
After repeating the setup statement, continue into the guided tapping-point sequence included with your Tap Into Bliss program.
When Might You Repeat the Procedure?
Dr. Landrith suggests that the Gamut Procedure may be repeated, particularly during practices involving abundance, intentions, prayer, meditation, or nighttime relaxation.
You might repeat it when:
Your mind continues to feel distracted or overly analytical
A new aspect of the issue appears
You are moving from one intention to another
You want to begin a second round of tapping
You are transitioning into a meditation
The gentle routine feels helpful while winding down
Repeating the sequence is optional. More repetitions do not necessarily create a better result. One careful, comfortable round may be enough.
Common Questions
Which hand should I use?
You may tap the Gamut point on either hand. Use the hand and position that feel most natural. You may also switch hands between rounds.
How fast should I tap?
Use a steady, comfortable rhythm. Exact speed is not important. The tapping should be noticeable without becoming forceful or distracting.
What if I forget one of the steps?
Simply continue from the step you remember, or begin the sequence again. The procedure does not need to be performed perfectly to serve as a preparatory routine.
Do I have to use “Row, Row, Row Your Boat”?
That is the melody specified in Dr. Landrith’s guide, but another short, familiar tune can be substituted when necessary. The melody should be simple enough to hum without effort.
Can I perform the procedure silently?
You can hum and count quietly if you need privacy. When possible, making a soft sound and counting aloud more closely follows the procedure described in the source material.
Can I use the procedure before sleep?
Dr. Landrith includes nighttime relaxation among its possible uses. Keep the tapping, eye movements, and breathing especially gentle. Stop if any part of the sequence feels stimulating rather than settling.
Does it matter if I do not feel anything?
No. A dramatic emotional or physical sensation is not required. The procedure may simply function as a consistent transition into the remainder of your practice.
Evidence and Responsible Expectations
EFT, also called acupoint tapping, combines fingertip tapping with focused words or phrases. According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, there is some evidence that EFT may help reduce anxiety, but more research is needed before firm conclusions can be reached. EFT is generally considered safe when practiced gently. Read the NCCIH overview.
A 2026 systematic review reported potentially beneficial effects of Clinical EFT on psychological and physiological stress. The authors also reported that most of the included studies had some concerns or a high risk of bias and called for additional high-quality research. View the review on PubMed.
Statements that tapping balances the brain, accesses suppressed memories, rewires neurological pathways, cures disease, or guarantees manifestation outcomes should not be presented as established medical conclusions. In the context of Quantum Tapping, these ideas are best understood as part of Dr. Landrith’s teaching framework and personal-development philosophy.
Practice Safely
The 9 Gamut Procedure is intended as a complementary wellness and personal-development practice. It is not a replacement for medical diagnosis, psychotherapy, medication, emergency assistance, or treatment from a licensed healthcare professional.
Keep these guidelines in mind:
Use gentle pressure and stop if tapping becomes painful.
Reduce or omit eye movements if they cause dizziness, nausea, eyestrain, or visual discomfort.
Do not perform the procedure while driving or operating equipment.
Stop if the practice creates significant emotional distress.
Avoid attempting to uncover or process traumatic memories without appropriate professional support.
Contact a qualified healthcare provider regarding persistent physical, emotional, or sleep-related concerns.
Used thoughtfully, the 9 Gamut Procedure can provide a consistent and accessible way to begin a Quantum Tapping session. The goal is not perfection or a guaranteed outcome. It is to pause, become present, acknowledge what you are experiencing, and prepare to continue with greater awareness and self-compassion.