Recent content by RonnieG

I exercised last week with my strength bands and the next today I did notice some crunching and cracking in my neck and shoulders. These noises seem to be relatively constant even with no exercise, however I am now reluctant to continue as I found myself fearful of structural issues. I don’t...

Thank you very much. I appreciate this input. I will continue to work through the SEP.

I was asked today to create a post regarding my progress with the treatment. Before I began I had two very significant symptoms. Pain in my neck and upper back and shoulder area, and pelvic pain. I was introduced to the Mindbody concept approximately 3-4 weeks ago. I have experienced significant...

Have you been overly critical of yourself lately? Sometimes I feel that I have a lack of self worth. I also find that I beat myself up over the pain symptoms (how could this happen to me? etc.) I put pressure on myself to provide and sometimes believe that I am a failure. Does anybody have any...

Thank you, I will give this a try.

Are you having success at recognizing the emotions connected to your pain? I believe I am recognizing some emotions that I may have been repressing however I am not sure if I am bringing these emotions to consciousness. Does anybody have any thoughts or comments on this process? Thank you.

Thank you!!

Thanks again Mando, I will give the box breathing a shot.

Today I attempted meditation as outlined in Day 6 of the SEP. I felt very calm as I meditated however I do still require some practice as I am relatively new to meditation. Does anybody have any suggestions that may help me in the process of meditation? Thank you in advance.

Thank you very much Mando. This is excellent advice as far as I’m concerned, I will continue with the SEP. I agree, my fear and anxiety are the main contributors to my pain. I will continue to work through it and persevere. Again, thank you for the encouragement!