Recent content by rxstevens

Hey everyone it has been awhile since i have posted in the forums. I have been dealing with a rebound of symptoms with massive increases of stress in the past couple of weeks. This rebound has been quite discouraging and I really just need some support. With the return of pain a massive rebound...

When looking at how stressful my life is I have realized the vast majority of my anxiety and pain is to distract me from fear. Fear of returning to a normal life, fear of the massive amount of change, and fear of failure and rejection. Fear of rejection from failure has driven me to push myself...

Thank you so much for he kind words, I will try all of these tips!!!

I have had a whirlwind the past couple of weeks. My pain levels have dramatically dropped and they come and go but I am so overwhelmed with life right now my anxiety is through the roof, sleep is difficult, and I am still "very tight" in the back and legs and constantly want to stretch. I just...

I have already come so far in my TMS recovery. My pain level is at an all time low. I am doing the things I love without the fear of pain. However, as my pain has decreased my sleep quality has gone down and I am now taking medication to help me sleep. My eyes and mouth have gotten much more dry...

The most disheartening thing a doctor has told me is that I have degenerative discs and bulging discs (with no explanation) and that I need to just learn to deal with my pain (NO BEDSIDE MANNER). I was also having TMS digestive issues and had a colonoscopy done which found a precancerous polyp...

I have begun exercising again!!! I started with the elliptical 15 minutes a day 3-4 days a week and walking or swimming on my off days or to mix it up. I have been inactive for 2 years but have a new view on life! I feel my pain decreasing and my body getting stronger. I am still trying working...