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    Day 3 Day 3 Physical Activities

    @djamesharm Yes! I have slowly progressed to work outs after being completely bed bound for a few years. My ability to do these things is highly...
    Post by: Cactusflower, May 16, 2026 at 1:36 PM in forum: Structured Educational Program
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    Low back tension/anxiety

    Love that you have already connected emotionally charged events with your physical sensations! You are on your way!
    Post by: Cactusflower, May 15, 2026 at 3:26 PM in forum: Support Subforum
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    Not back pain

    It is probably more important to add things like your mentioning that symptoms are inconsistent and at times intermittent, that they have changed...
    Post by: Cactusflower, May 15, 2026 at 3:24 PM in forum: Support Subforum
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    Not back pain

    Here is a great questionnaire that will help self-inquiry. Dr. Attacks ha ha spellcheck!! would use something similar plus as a medical Dr. be...
    Post by: Cactusflower, May 14, 2026 at 1:17 PM in forum: Support Subforum
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    Not back pain

    Be clear. I am not suggesting a neurologist because I am not diagnosing any medical condition in you nor anyone else. I am not a Dr. I speak only...
    Post by: Cactusflower, May 14, 2026 at 1:13 PM in forum: Support Subforum
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    Not back pain

    Inner tremor like feelings was one of my symptoms (as was back pain). I had probably 35-40 non-pain symptoms. They are gone. The brain drums up...
    Post by: Cactusflower, May 14, 2026 at 10:09 AM in forum: Support Subforum
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    It's all fear.

    There is impatience and then there is reactivity. Reactivity is automatically always drama, worst case. @Adam Coloretti (coach) is right. No more...
    Post by: Cactusflower, May 14, 2026 at 9:49 AM in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    It's all fear.

    I don't think changing the way you are is the answer, because as Sarno suggests, there is nothing wrong with you. There's a big difference between...
    Post by: Cactusflower, May 13, 2026 at 9:57 PM in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    It's all fear.

    I also suggest that you explore the website more to learn more about TMS skills and programs. The best place to learn a variety of journaling...
    Post by: Cactusflower, May 13, 2026 at 4:12 PM in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    It's all fear.

    Dr. Sarno's book title "The Divided Mind" is on many levels a play on words. Psychologically things like "I am a sensitive guy" and anger don't...
    Post by: Cactusflower, May 13, 2026 at 4:05 PM in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    This doesn’t make sense

    “I know this is too simplistic, but when I do rest or do something that should put me in repair mode, why doesn’t my body respond then by removing...
    Post by: Cactusflower, May 13, 2026 at 1:55 PM in forum: Support Subforum
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    It's all fear.

    Journaling has nothing to do with forgetting symptoms. It’s about dealing with the mental and emotional suffering and the everyday fears,...
    Post by: Cactusflower, May 13, 2026 at 1:44 PM in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    It's all fear.

    Understanding TMS and doing the work is two different things. I think you avoid the work because you are terrified to face your emotions and to...
    Post by: Cactusflower, May 12, 2026 at 11:40 AM in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Being vulnerable about anxiety after a full "recovery"

    That's the difference between a bot, AI and a human being! Thank-goodness you are a human being @Adam Coloretti (coach) (and @nora97 )
    Post by: Cactusflower, May 12, 2026 at 1:13 AM in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Being vulnerable about anxiety after a full "recovery"

    Hey Nora! If you don't feel driven to do the work, perhaps start reading bits and pieces of Dr. Claire Weekes Help and Hope For Your Nerves. So...
    Post by: Cactusflower, May 12, 2026 at 12:06 AM in forum: General Discussion Subforum