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It took me a long time to properly start the TMS program. That was because of my perfectionism. I believed I had to follow the program “perfectly” in order to heal, and that belief made it hard to begin. But after reading Dr. John Sarno’s books multiple times, I feel that his teachings have started to sink in naturally. Now, I think I’m ready. It may not be the “perfect” time, but breaking free from perfectionism is also part of the work I need to do. (Just now, I spent about 30 minutes choosing a nickname to sign up on this site.)
I’ve suffered from the following chronic pains for the past 10 years: lower back pain, terrible nerve pain in my thighs, ankle pain, plantar fasciitis, tension headaches, pain in my neck and back, shoulder, elbow, and wrist pain, trigger finger, irritable bowel syndrome, acid reflux, stomach issues, insomnia, dizziness, lymphadenitis…
I’m currently 29 years old, but I’ve never had a proper job. I’ve seen countless doctors and specialists, but none of them were able to fix my pain. The pain would just move to another place or come back again. Like many people on this forum, this feels like my last resort.
Without TMS, I believe I could live like an ordinary 29-year-old—spending time with someone I love, working at a job, being recognized for my efforts (although I know I don’t need that, my TMS personality craves it!), earning money doing something I enjoy, and taking responsibility for my own life. I’ve relied on my parents all my life because every time I truly wanted to do something, pain would appear and ruin everything. There are so many things I want to do, but the pain doesn't allow it. That makes me feel hopeless and deeply sad.
But after reading Dr. Sarno’s book and following his guidance over the past few weeks, I’ve felt significant pain relief. And I’ve felt hope. Even if I can’t do it perfectly, I want to complete the program to the end.
It took me a long time to properly start the TMS program. That was because of my perfectionism. I believed I had to follow the program “perfectly” in order to heal, and that belief made it hard to begin. But after reading Dr. John Sarno’s books multiple times, I feel that his teachings have started to sink in naturally. Now, I think I’m ready. It may not be the “perfect” time, but breaking free from perfectionism is also part of the work I need to do. (Just now, I spent about 30 minutes choosing a nickname to sign up on this site.)
I’ve suffered from the following chronic pains for the past 10 years: lower back pain, terrible nerve pain in my thighs, ankle pain, plantar fasciitis, tension headaches, pain in my neck and back, shoulder, elbow, and wrist pain, trigger finger, irritable bowel syndrome, acid reflux, stomach issues, insomnia, dizziness, lymphadenitis…
I’m currently 29 years old, but I’ve never had a proper job. I’ve seen countless doctors and specialists, but none of them were able to fix my pain. The pain would just move to another place or come back again. Like many people on this forum, this feels like my last resort.
Without TMS, I believe I could live like an ordinary 29-year-old—spending time with someone I love, working at a job, being recognized for my efforts (although I know I don’t need that, my TMS personality craves it!), earning money doing something I enjoy, and taking responsibility for my own life. I’ve relied on my parents all my life because every time I truly wanted to do something, pain would appear and ruin everything. There are so many things I want to do, but the pain doesn't allow it. That makes me feel hopeless and deeply sad.
But after reading Dr. Sarno’s book and following his guidance over the past few weeks, I’ve felt significant pain relief. And I’ve felt hope. Even if I can’t do it perfectly, I want to complete the program to the end.
