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    Day 19 - Pharmacological aid

    I think it's fine to take medication for pain to get through rough patches. But the tricky part is to stay clear that there's nothing physically...
    Post by: Ellen, Jun 10, 2025 at 2:34 PM in forum: Structured Educational Program
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    My hardest struggle right now…

    Have you tried practicing active mindfulness while doing a task or moving? Dr. Hanscom writes about this. It's doing a routine task like walking,...
    Post by: Ellen, Jun 8, 2025 at 2:02 PM in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    What TMS recovery work looks like

    @Diana-M I am touched by your honesty and bravery in confronting the truth. You will find your way out, by going through. I just know it.
    Post by: Ellen, Jun 5, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Feeling empty and bored - Pain increases

    This is conditioning. You've created an association in your mind with heat and pain. It's a learned response from having experienced pain once or...
    Post by: Ellen, May 31, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Lesson (almost) learned

    This is a great insight. Now that you've brought it to your conscious mind, you can explore it with your rational, higher brain. Good material for...
    Post by: Ellen, May 31, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Lesson (almost) learned

    Well said.
    Post by: Ellen, May 31, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Lesson (almost) learned

    I don't have any advice, just some observations. I think those of us who have experienced a great deal of emotional pain or physical pain are...
    Post by: Ellen, May 30, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Doing it all alone?

    You don't have to be around people to heal your relationship with them. This is done primarily by changing your thoughts about them. It's the...
    Post by: Ellen, May 25, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Day 19 Walking Advice

    I should add that it is important to also explore the psychological reasons that your brain is creating this distraction. Are you doing one of...
    Post by: Ellen, May 21, 2025 in forum: Structured Educational Program
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    Progress made while taking a trip: We have nothing to fear, but fear itself

    Happy Birthday, Diana! This is the best of news.
    Post by: Ellen, May 21, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Day 19 Walking Advice

    I once had a TMS relapse that involved pain whenever I bent over. My TMS brain immediately interpreted this as "I can't bend over." I eventually...
    Post by: Ellen, May 21, 2025 in forum: Structured Educational Program
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    Worsening of symptoms with journaling

    This is my recommendation regarding doing TMS work. Pick a program, set up a daily practice, but limit the time you spend on it daily (say an hour...
    Post by: Ellen, May 14, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Visceral pain, reflux & TMS? (Long, but I’d love your input)

    @Marie A. Welcome to the Forum! It's normal to have doubts about MBS/TMS at first. The process and techniques we use address those, and overtime...
    Post by: Ellen, May 13, 2025 in forum: Support Subforum
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    Is duck feet gait tms?

    @Chris27 , I suggest going to a busy place, sitting down, and people watching for a while. You will find people walking around with all kinds of...
    Post by: Ellen, May 13, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    If It’s TMS, Then I’ve Wasted My Life

    Yes, @Wolfgang , it is. But our life is what we focus on. I suggest focusing on the miraculous recovery you are experiencing and to be grateful...
    Post by: Ellen, May 13, 2025 in forum: Support Subforum