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  1. Cactusflower liked Joulegirl's post in the thread Frequent Flares-medicine holding me back?.

    I was using the meditations to just calm down more than thinking my symptoms would resolve. When I get in my spiral, my breath is fast...

    May 6, 2026 at 12:59 PM
  2. Cactusflower replied to the thread Frequent Flares-medicine holding me back?.

    Two things have stood out to me 1) are you using the meditations to "fix" - you seem to still be reactive and get into spirals easily....

    May 5, 2026 at 4:04 PM
  3. Cactusflower replied to the thread What healing looks like.

    Great news, @Fal

    May 5, 2026 at 2:04 PM
  4. Cactusflower replied to the thread Has anyone tried EMDR therapy?.

    EMDR is not for a specific event, nor is it a treatment for chronic pain. However, I think you would really benefit from having someone...

    May 3, 2026 at 7:53 PM
  5. Cactusflower liked Needel94's post in the thread Oops, I did it again?.

    Hi all -- just wanted to provide an update here. I ran the half marathon this past Sunday, and it was absolutely glorious. I had a few...

    May 1, 2026 at 1:07 AM
  6. Cactusflower replied to the thread When true physical symptoms become mental.

    "daughter and I have trip planned to Kauai in June for my birthday and closer it gets the more freaked out I am" Ah, I was there. The...

    Apr 30, 2026 at 1:39 PM
  7. Cactusflower liked Ellen's post in the thread Takes me back, but I’ve madr incredible progress.

    Don't do this, Mani. I did this kind of minimizing of my pain for decades and it got me no where. You need to face the facts as a child...

    Apr 29, 2026
  8. Cactusflower replied to the thread Another CRPS Recovery Story.

    Thanks @BloodMoon I think @miffybunny 's story with Dan is the best one he's ever done. She is clear and concise about Dr. Sarno's...

    Apr 29, 2026