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Week 0 Welcome to the Subforum for the Structured Educational Program

Yesterday I had a procedure at the Dentist and they gave me an Ativan to relax me after one of my dental implants came out! I noticed that for hours after that my symptoms were greatly reduced. And I mean greatly. Is this any confirmation that my TMS is hard at work the rest of the time? Or is Ativan just going to do that with anyone who is dealing with pain? Mine is nervous system discombobutation. I have decided to give it a silly name which helps me cope. I am at sixes and sevens today bc the discombombulatory reaction is back.
 
JanAtheCPA said:
This is the discussion forum for the Structured Educational Program Forum at the TMS Wiki

During this free six week program, you'll be encouraged on certain days to create a post on the forum. This isn't a requirement by any means, but it is a great way to receive support and encouragement, and to meet others who are on the same path as you learn more about yourself. Post only what you feel comfortable writing about!

Each day of the program has a special prefix that corresponds to it. When you start a new thread, find the prefix that corresponds to the day you are on and create your post. You can also comment on or respond to existing threads.

The Structured Program is a great way to learn about TMS and incorporate a daily activity that will assist you in your healing. The SEP has links to articles and other resources about TMS. Although it's designed as a six-week program, you certainly don't need to work on it every single day. Go at your own pace, but keep in mind that while learning about TMS, it helps to submerge yourself in the information. Knowledge is power and repetition makes it stick.

JanAtheCPA
On behalf of the forum moderation team
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Hello Jan! I'm new here. I think I have TMS. Just found this amazing forum. I think it will truly be helpful to me. I have had daily headaches for the last 3 years, and nothing seems to control them completely. Of course I've had all the scans/tests done to rule out anything serious. I am a worrier for sure, and sometimes a perfectionist. I'm glad to have found this community!
 
JanAtheCPA said:
This is the discussion forum for the Structured Educational Program Forum at the TMS Wiki

During this free six week program, you'll be encouraged on certain days to create a post on the forum. This isn't a requirement by any means, but it is a great way to receive support and encouragement, and to meet others who are on the same path as you learn more about yourself. Post only what you feel comfortable writing about!

Each day of the program has a special prefix that corresponds to it. When you start a new thread, find the prefix that corresponds to the day you are on and create your post. You can also comment on or respond to existing threads.

The Structured Program is a great way to learn about TMS and incorporate a daily activity that will assist you in your healing. The SEP has links to articles and other resources about TMS. Although it's designed as a six-week program, you certainly don't need to work on it every single day. Go at your own pace, but keep in mind that while learning about TMS, it helps to submerge yourself in the information. Knowledge is power and repetition makes it stick.

JanAtheCPA
On behalf of the forum moderation team
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How do I start this? Thank you!
 
I was seeing a PCP who was really into MBS/TMS, and he helped me work through a lot of symptoms, so I'm already convinced I have TMS. I was dealing with all-over body aches and fatigue, specifically back pain, and had been diagnosed with migraines and fibromyalgia but treated unsuccessfully until I met Dr. McClanahan. He helped me learn to address TMS, and they all went away. So what's the problem, you're wondering...Well, he left the primary care practice to work specifically with MBS/TMS patients. I lost track of him, and as time passed, the migraines came back, and I'm dealing with a major bladder issue called an areflexic detrusor. Dr. McClanahan actually reached out to me, and I saw him again for the first time last week. Within ten minutes of our session, symptoms arose and resolved, so I'm convinced he can help me again. I'm just on Day 1, so I have some work to do, but I have renewed hope and faith!
 
Day 3-The last time I exercised-
I jogged at the gym yesterday. I just started back, so I'm taking it more slowly than I was a few months ago, but I still feel energized and upbeat.
 
Day 10-Who am i
JanAtheCPA said:
This is the discussion forum for the Structured Educational Program Forum at the TMS Wiki

During this free six week program, you'll be encouraged on certain days to create a post on the forum. This isn't a requirement by any means, but it is a great way to receive support and encouragement, and to meet others who are on the same path as you learn more about yourself. Post only what you feel comfortable writing about!

Each day of the program has a special prefix that corresponds to it. When you start a new thread, find the prefix that corresponds to the day you are on and create your post. You can also comment on or respond to existing threads.

The Structured Program is a great way to learn about TMS and incorporate a daily activity that will assist you in your healing. The SEP has links to articles and other resources about TMS. Although it's designed as a six-week program, you certainly don't need to work on it every single day. Go at your own pace, but keep in mind that while learning about TMS, it helps to submerge yourself in the information. Knowledge is power and repetition makes it stick.

JanAtheCPA
On behalf of the forum moderation team
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Day 16-
I have told several people about TMS and my specific symptoms and how quickly my main symptom (bladder) went away but how other symptoms have flared up. They have had mediocre responses. They think it's a great idea for me and are happy it's working for me, but they don't see that they have TMS, too (the ones that do) and that they could absolutely benefit from just attending a lecture describing what it is and the process of treating it...It's sort of frustrating to me because some of my friends/family have pretty severe symptoms that I believe are TMS, but they won't try to get help from someone who really knows how to treat it!
 
Hi im here. I feel like I'm leaking BMS knowledge :)... I've finish the other pain program on here by Alan. I use Curable. Ive read Explain Pain by Lorimer Moseley and just finished his awesome workbook. Ive read the Changing Brain, have Unlearn Your Pain ordered and the Beat Fibro tms book, I've watched a ton of tms/BMW youtube talks and videos. I sprout the brain- pain relationship to anyone who'll listen. Im a convert and whats known by past medical professionals a person with fibro (phewy!).... I've actually never accepted that diagnosis but it took me 5 years to find out all I know now.... I see a BMS therapist and exercise physiologist.... just trying to connect with the right BMS psychologist in Australia ($$$ is an issue here)... but I'm getting there...onward and upward!!
 
Martha said:
Day 16-
I have told several people about TMS and my specific symptoms and how quickly my main symptom (bladder) went away but how other symptoms have flared up. They have had mediocre responses. They think it's a great idea for me and are happy it's working for me, but they don't see that they have TMS, too (the ones that do) and that they could absolutely benefit from just attending a lecture describing what it is and the process of treating it...It's sort of frustrating to me because some of my friends/family have pretty severe symptoms that I believe are TMS, but they won't try to get help from someone who really knows how to treat it!
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I think because when you have issues so many people share various solutions you end up sick of hearing it.... I've got friends not listening either!!
 
JanAtheCPA said:
This is the discussion forum for the Structured Educational Program Forum at the TMS Wiki

During this free six week program, you'll be encouraged on certain days to create a post on the forum. This isn't a requirement by any means, but it is a great way to receive support and encouragement, and to meet others who are on the same path as you learn more about yourself. Post only what you feel comfortable writing about!

Each day of the program has a special prefix that corresponds to it. When you start a new thread, find the prefix that corresponds to the day you are on and create your post. You can also comment on or respond to existing threads.

The Structured Program is a great way to learn about TMS and incorporate a daily activity that will assist you in your healing. The SEP has links to articles and other resources about TMS. Although it's designed as a six-week program, you certainly don't need to work on it every single day. Go at your own pace, but keep in mind that while learning about TMS, it helps to submerge yourself in the information. Knowledge is power and repetition makes it stick.

JanAtheCPA
On behalf of the forum moderation team
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Just curious...I am on Day 20 and the article/link for the Educational reading does not work. Any idea where I could find article from Where the Client Is by Dr. Anderson? Thank you.
 
justgreene said:
Just curious...I am on Day 20 and the article/link for the Educational reading does not work. Any idea where I could find article from Where the Client Is by Dr. Anderson? Thank you.
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This has been on my to-do list for a while. We often experience old dead links, but I can usually find the old article in other places, other sites, or, as a last resort, in Google Books. I am pretty good at doing Google searches, but I utterly failed to find this article anywhere.

My "to do" was to figure out a replacement for the article, but tax season got in the way, followed by all of my post-tax-season deferred chores and appointments.

Does anyone have any ideas? The Day 20 reference reads:
Educational Activity: Having a clear understanding of the steps needed to overcome TMS is pivotal in battling this condition. In an article for Where the Client Is, TMS psychoanalyst, Dr. Frances Sommer Anderson, discusses the necessary steps a person should take in order to get better. Her insights are especially significant for individuals who do not have "book cures" or become dramatically better in a couple of days. Dr. Anderson gives her expertise in working with individuals who have had lengthy recoveries which can help other people understand that overcoming TMS can take time. Dr. Anderson worked with John Sarno at the Rusk Institute for over 12 years.
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I suppose that contacting Dr. Anderson is an option... I'll ask Forest if he can do that.
 
Hey everybody, this is the first time Im posting on this site....Ive been battling TMS for years..IM 100% confident I have TMS but I can't seem to resolve my symptoms....Ive read all of Dr. Sarno's books...did extensive journaling....seen aTMS psychologist who worked with Dr. Sarno...nothing is helping....I recently discovered this site and just started the structured educational program along with Alan Gordon recovery program....Please if anyone has any further suggestions Please help me....
 
Hi, can anyone tell me, how do I find my posts from the Structured Ed Program? I'm having trouble navigating the forums, posts, etc. And I'm Day 23. Thank you!
 
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