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Zara Woodcock

I’m A Celeb fans convinced Boy George uses ‘tapping’ technique to ease jungle stress

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! viewers are convinced Boy George uses a 'tapping' technique to help him get through the jungle.

The Karma Chameleon musician has been taking part in grueling tasks and surviving the great outdoors after joining the reality show.

It's worlds away from the luxury of his lavish mansion, but he seemingly uses EFT tapping to assist him through the series.

A TikTok user was sent a clip of Boy George tapping his lip, chin and chest, which viewers claimed was a type of technique used to help with emotional distress.

Emotional Freedom Tecnique (EFT) is an alternative treatment for physical pain and emotional distress.

It has also been referred to as tapping or psychological acupressure.

Boy George was tapping his lip and chin (@kerrypearceeftcoach/TikTok)
A TikTok user was sent the same clip many times (@kerrypearceeftcoach/TikTok)

EFT is similar to acupuncture in that it focuses on the meridian points – which is also known as energy hotspots.

It is thought to be able to restore your body's energy balance, which can relieve symptoms caused by negative experiences and emotions.

The TikTok user said: "I've just found the clip and he was tapping in the jungle. And it just goes to show you can use tapping absolutely anywhere.

Fans were convinced he was 'tapping' (ITV/REX/Shutterstock)

"Once you've learned the skill, it is a skill that goes everywhere and you can use it in any situation."

Fans in the comment section noticed the tapping and added: "I watched him doing it!"

Another said: "I said to my husband he was tapping," while another wrote: "Tapping is sooooo comforting to me."

It comes after it was revealed Boy George almost pulled out of the show as he was scared.

His manager said Boy George almost didn't take part (ITV)

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His manager Paul Kemsley appeared on ITV's This Morning and discussed his pal's appearance in the jungle.

Paul admitted he found it "tough" watching his friend in there, as he also revealed he was the one who convinced him to go in.

The manager said there was a point where George considered pulling out of the show as he was scared.

"He got himself in a big state emotionally - he was scared before he went in. There was a lead up when he wasn't doing it. He's not one for surprises, and there's lots of surprises in this show," Paul added, "I talked him into it. What have I done?"

He added: "The guy's a global icon - and I've stuck him in a jungle!"

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