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    Rant, plus need support

    Here's one of mine: I had a TMS relapse a couple of years ago where when I bent over, I would collapse in pain. (My neighbor found me laying in...
    Post by: Ellen, Aug 18, 2025 at 6:09 PM in forum: Support Subforum
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    Oldpain2go

    Your unconscious brain wants to distract you--and it's working! Look for the emotions and thoughts that it's distracting you from. That's what all...
    Post by: Ellen, Aug 18, 2025 at 11:00 AM in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Fainting before the holidays

    There is no sure when talking about the unconscious. Your therapist can offer her/his opinion on it. The people on this Forum can weigh in. It...
    Post by: Ellen, Aug 18, 2025 at 10:52 AM in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Last Roll Of The Dice

    I first did Schubiner's Unlearn Your Pain program from his book. I improved substantially but still had some lingering TMS that would flare up at...
    Post by: Ellen, Aug 18, 2025 at 10:42 AM in forum: Support Subforum
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    Last Roll Of The Dice

    I agree that the Structured Education Program is a good one--and it's free!
    Post by: Ellen, Aug 17, 2025 at 12:50 PM in forum: Support Subforum
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    Rant, plus need support

    I find Eckhart Tolle's concept of the pain body helpful in this regard. Here's Gemini's summary of it: Eckhart Tolle's concept of the "pain-body"...
    Post by: Ellen, Aug 17, 2025 at 11:23 AM in forum: Support Subforum
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    Last Roll Of The Dice

    You have done well educating yourself about TMS and this is a necessary first step, but in my experience what you describe above is passive. To...
    Post by: Ellen, Aug 17, 2025 at 11:05 AM in forum: Support Subforum
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    What I’m learning lately

    Love seeing the hope and positivity in your recent posts, Diana!
    Post by: Ellen, Aug 6, 2025 in forum: Support Subforum
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    Why people get so angry when I mention TMS?

    I think people don't want to admit that they are responsible for creating their symptoms. Better to be a victim.
    Post by: Ellen, Aug 5, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Advice Appreciated

    Sorry you are suffering. All of us on this Forum can relate to the struggle. What you are describing above is Complex PTSD. I went most of my...
    Post by: Ellen, Jul 29, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Almost 2 years of trying to resolve intense sciatic pain using TMS

    I think you know this is what is hindering your recovery. Perhaps getting a consult with a physician who specializes in TMS would help you rule...
    Post by: Ellen, Jul 28, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    One of my hardest issues

    This is how it's been with my granddaughter for a while. I corner her when I visit and it feels like a hostage situation.
    Post by: Ellen, Jul 28, 2025 in forum: Support Subforum
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    One of my hardest issues

    I can relate. First being a mother was hard, now being a grandmother. It's all the same insecurities for me. Not being good enough. Relationships...
    Post by: Ellen, Jul 28, 2025 in forum: Support Subforum
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    Thank you for your patience

    Many thanks to @Forest and @JanAtheCPA for creating and maintaining a kind, compassionate space for people to connect and recover. Eternally...
    Post by: Ellen, Jul 28, 2025 in forum: About This Site
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    Long time sufferer of anxiety induced levator ani

    Yes, as long as you are able to keep in mind that the cause of the symptoms is psychological, not physical. Yes, as long as you are also working...
    Post by: Ellen, Jul 19, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum