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    Pain distraction techniques

    I agree with @Baseball65 recommendation. But I have found another technique to be useful at times, which is consciously moving toward the...
    Post by: Ellen, Sep 26, 2023 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Retirement as TMS Trigger

    My thoughts on this topic is that as long as we are alive, we will have stress and anxiety. And if we are prone to use the defense mechanism of...
    Post by: Ellen, Sep 14, 2023 in forum: Support Subforum
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    Can I really have TMS pain while sleeping?

    I also found the audio book version of Healing Back Pain very helpful. Dr. Sarno reads it himself, and there is something both reassuring and...
    Post by: Ellen, Aug 27, 2023 in forum: Support Subforum
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    I'm Presenting at Long Covid, Vaccine Injury Summit

    This is great, Andy! You are an excellent advocate for the TMS approach.
    Post by: Ellen, Jul 26, 2023 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Looking for feedback as I navigate this

    I think this is the right approach. Just give it time. I wouldn't worry about the inhaler.
    Post by: Ellen, Jul 22, 2023 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Physical Activity Sparks TMS

    This happened to me often when I had fibromyalgia (which is actually TMS). I think it was due to still harboring some belief in the back of mind...
    Post by: Ellen, Jul 16, 2023 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Fear and belief

    Hi @Soph1802 I find using the technique of Somatic Tracking for emotions to be helpful. It involves experiencing your emotions without labeling...
    Post by: Ellen, Jul 13, 2023 in forum: Support Subforum
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    Dr. Clarke Free Q&A With David Clarke, MD

    I signed up. Hope to "see" you all there!
    Post by: Ellen, Jul 8, 2023 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    is TMS like when you're a kid and...

    I think there are similarities. Mood and pain seem tied together in a feedback loop. But kids let go of stuff and forget faster and easier than...
    Post by: Ellen, Jul 8, 2023 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Eye Pressure

    I wouldn't start to be concerned until you know the results of your August appointment. I've been monitored for glaucoma for about 5 years now,...
    Post by: Ellen, Jun 26, 2023 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Migraines - Please help!!!

    Did you see this recent post? https://www.tmswiki.org/forum/threads/after-40-years-in-bed-i-am-now-migraine-free.27242/#post-140892 (after 40...
    Post by: Ellen, Jun 25, 2023 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Migraines - Please help!!!

    I had migraines for over fifty years but was able to get rid of them by treating them as TMS. You can read my Success Story by clicking on my...
    Post by: Ellen, Jun 25, 2023 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Shame for not healing quickly enough

    I agree that 100% recovery from TMS is possible for a particular symptom(or set of symptoms) at a particular point in time, hence the Success...
    Post by: Ellen, Jun 23, 2023 in forum: General Discussion Subforum
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    Seeking support

    Hi Kana, Welcome to the Forum! If you recovered from TMS before you can do it again. Relapses can be scary and frustrating, but they are a sign...
    Post by: Ellen, Jun 21, 2023 in forum: Support Subforum
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    TMS is no relief for me

    In my experience it is possible to access repressed emotions by identifying and exploring triggers, as well as dysfunctional patterns of behavior...
    Post by: Ellen, Jun 12, 2023 in forum: General Discussion Subforum