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    Encouragement.

    Wow, you have A LOT going on. Practicing self compassion is important. You don't say if you are journaling or not. I think writing out all that...
    Post by: Ellen, Jan 20, 2025 in forum: Support Subforum
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    Help with stepping up the work

    This is a struggle we all have to some degree. It takes practice to give up the battle. You mention meditation as helpful. I find practicing...
    Post by: Ellen, Jan 20, 2025 in forum: Support Subforum
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    What happens when you get a sudden severe attack?

    You may have experienced a conditioned response where working on the computer becomes related to pain in the neck. I think one of the most...
    Post by: Ellen, Jan 16, 2025 in forum: Support Subforum
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    When to wean from the forum? Is it necessary?

    I think the issue is the degree to which we allow TMS to be a distraction. This can take the form of being distracted by our TMS symptoms. But it...
    Post by: Ellen, Jan 16, 2025 in forum: Support Subforum
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    Post viral fatigue / Dizziness

    Sorry to hear about your difficulties. Dizziness is a particularly hard symptom to live with. You didn't say whether or not you believe your...
    Post by: Ellen, Jan 10, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    ~trying!~ to move ~joyously~ toward healing! let's chat!

    I'm not sure what wagon you are speaking about. Just reading a Sarno book isn't enough for most people. I suggest committing to one of the daily...
    Post by: Ellen, Jan 7, 2025 in forum: Support Subforum
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    Surprise victory today!

    So happy for your success, @Diana-M! You've showed everyone how it's done.
    Post by: Ellen, Jan 6, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Why do some have success, others don't?

    I look at it this way (today anyway). If you subscribe to Sarno's theory that the purpose of TMS is as a distraction, then there are two ways to...
    Post by: Ellen, Jan 4, 2025 in forum: Support Subforum
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    Nicole Sachs, LCSW Journaling prompts—really good!

    I remember doing this initially, but just did it again. Maybe it will work this time! Thanks for keeping us up to date.
    Post by: Ellen, Jan 3, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Nicole Sachs, LCSW Journaling prompts—really good!

    I preordered too, but didn't receive this. @Diana-M you are special (in many ways).
    Post by: Ellen, Jan 2, 2025 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Why do some have success, others don't?

    I just listened to this excellent interview of the actress/celebrity Catherine Oxenberg by Dr. David Clarke about her TMS journey. [MEDIA] At...
    Post by: Ellen, Jan 2, 2025 in forum: Support Subforum
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    Why do some have success, others don't?

    I felt she was too "touchy feely". She deals with emotions head on and with brutal honesty. I sensed that she could see through all my defenses...
    Post by: Ellen, Jan 2, 2025 in forum: Support Subforum
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    Why do some have success, others don't?

    Same here. I avoided her like the plague for a while, and then realized she was just the approach I needed.
    Post by: Ellen, Jan 1, 2025 in forum: Support Subforum
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    Why do some have success, others don't?

    I want to revise this after giving it some thought. I think it may be better to pick the TMS program/teacher that makes you the most...
    Post by: Ellen, Dec 31, 2024 in forum: Support Subforum
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    Why do some have success, others don't?

    These are important questions that are discussed a great deal on this Forum. Recovery from TMS requires a major psychological shift. The...
    Post by: Ellen, Dec 31, 2024 in forum: Support Subforum