CF:
An EOL, distinct from an autorotation, is a JAR Syllabus exercise and has to be done.
Pity the poor student who has to do his first ever on GFT!
Or for real on a solo flight. Thinks.....legal liability.....?
In R22 or other low-inertia rotor helicopter, I have three suggestions:
1. Don't try (intentional) EOL until comfortably below MAUW.
2. Avoid gusty/windsheer conditions (and NB R22 Flight Manual Limitations on flying in strong winds)
3. Hover, Hover-Taxy or Constant Attidude EOLs: 10 kts minimum windspeed and Flare EOLs run on with 10kts through the disc.
And finally, if you get the chance, do some with another current FI to get your confidence up again!
Good luck!