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  1. Cactusflower replied to the thread Practical question: computer work.

    I have the same issues @dlane2530 The stress is real but so is my vision. I've been in quite a bit of a flare for the last few weeks....

    Jul 18, 2025 at 3:34 PM

  2. Cactusflower liked Diana-M's post in the thread Practical question: computer work.

    Dixie, I always have my optometrist calibrate my reading glasses for computer use. You can also just get a computer use...

    Jul 18, 2025 at 3:30 PM

  3. Cactusflower liked mikeinlondon's post in the thread Withdrawals or TMS.

    Yes, indeed, I'm aware that it's not possible to stop breathing but the games my mind is playing on me is staggering. When I look back...

    Jul 18, 2025 at 1:24 PM

  4. Cactusflower replied to the thread Listening to my pain: a breakthrough.

    @Diana-M I’m so sorry you went through this. I’m pretty sure I went through something (not parents) but nothing has come up. My...

    Jul 18, 2025 at 1:22 PM

  5. Cactusflower liked dystonicrunner's post in the thread Update and vacation recap -- wonderful things!.

    I've been meaning to do a general update since I got back from vacation but you know, life gets lifey especially after being away for 3...

    Jul 18, 2025 at 11:39 AM

  6. Cactusflower replied to the thread Migrating TMS pain? Nervous system issues? Other?.

    I use 4 second gentle inhale, 7 second slow exhale to trigger the calming nervous system response.

    Jul 17, 2025 at 11:29 PM

  7. Cactusflower replied to the thread Why can’t I do it this time around?.

    Hey @ec15x I get you. There's a lot of heavy loads in this world today. Lots of stress. Yesterday I listened to the Steady Coach's...

    Jul 17, 2025 at 4:22 PM

  8. Cactusflower replied to the thread Dialogue Journaling.

    1. Write an unsent letter to your body. 2. pick a source of financial importance to you: employer, bank, accountant etc and write them...

    Jul 17, 2025 at 11:48 AM

  9. Cactusflower replied to the thread Migrating TMS pain? Nervous system issues? Other?.

    Oh, yes it can! You are challenging all the safety barriers your brain created, now every alarm signal is turned up to 10. Keep steady,...

    Jul 17, 2025 at 11:43 AM

  10. Cactusflower replied to the thread anxiety is the avoidance of fear.

    Have you considered that the agitation is simply being magnified by removing the Mirtazipine, and that you’ll feel a bit better in a few...

    Jul 17, 2025 at 11:39 AM

  11. Cactusflower replied to the thread anxiety is the avoidance of fear.

    “I know Claire W says to let it float by and do not resist it but it's easier said than done.” Yeah, this is the TMS work. It’s not...

    Jul 16, 2025 at 7:39 PM

  12. Cactusflower replied to the thread anxiety is the avoidance of fear.

    @mikeinlondon “I've never experienced this in all my life except in recent months. I do not know what triggered it or how to come out...

    Jul 16, 2025 at 5:03 PM

  13. Cactusflower replied to the thread anxiety is the avoidance of fear.

    Sam’s last few videos are shorter and she stays more on point. Helmut recently mentioned they are working together to make some changes....

    Jul 16, 2025 at 4:54 PM

  14. Cactusflower liked Diana-M's post in the thread Flares.

    Flares. Oh, how we all love to talk about them! Why? Because we’re scared. We’re afraid they might stick. Or, they’re a sign we’re...

    Jul 16, 2025 at 2:27 PM

  15. Cactusflower replied to the thread The power of suggestion (Nocebo).

    Every time your symptoms are triggered is the chance to do the work to soften the trigger by feeling your emotions. Basically you are a...

    Jul 16, 2025 at 10:49 AM
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