Recent content by harperpitt

Thank you, @Andy Bayliss. I felt tender while I was writing it. It's hard to hold onto that feeling -- but I think it must be something you can learn with practice. I bought a workbook from Kristin Neff about self-compassion, and I think that's something I need to really work on. It was a real...

I am noticing and experiencing so many emotions. If these are what cause me pain, it’s no surprise -- there’s a deeply hurt and sad and scared person inside me who isn’t great at caring for herself and isn’t great at asking others for help. I’m really excited for the somatic tracking, because...

Welcome. Taking the first step is so important. I'm only on Day 5 but I already have noticed some positive changes (and plus, this gives me something to focus on besides feeling scared and sick!). Day by day, little by little, you will notice progress too.

The most disheartening thing a doctor has told me about my symptoms is that my acid reflux will be slow to recover from and there’s no timetable. I keep the “no timetable” in mind because it makes it so much harder to see a light at the end of the tunnel. If I don’t know when I’ll be well, how...

Hi everyone, After having my gallbladder removed 2 months ago, I've been struggling with severe GI issues. I have lots of nausea, a loss of appetite, heartburn, occasional vomiting, and I've lost 15 pounds. I've had to take the past 3 weeks off work. I'm seeing a GI doctor and the medicine is...