Update: Livvygurl

Interestingly, I work 2 blocks away from where I used to live when my TMS symptoms began 15 years ago. On breaks I stroll the old neighborhood and realize I have come full circle, and if the round shape of my office building isn’t symbolic enough - I have a history to share. I can trace the steps that I have taken since way back then to where I am now and can proudly say it has been an uphill battle. I have been fighting to survive. Now I am taking a breather because I have found some relief from going full force with reading, journaling, posting, praying, meditating, and being thankful! I met with a personal trainer and have a series of stretches that are helping me loosen up a bit. I am aware that everything is psychological and am doing inner child non-dominant hand journaling - it is fascinating! Lucia Capacchione’s journaling method is really profound. The pain is melting away. Not sure what percentage exactly but I am climbing up the wall of confidence to get my body back. I think what is helping me the most is my sheer dedication and ability to try new things that may help me. This whole process has been so empowering.

 

Great news! I love your posts & your enthusiasm

 

Hi Forest,

Sorry it has taken so long for me to reply. I have been having some adventures and coping with some emotional release stuff. It has been a very transformative month/experience. Since I was hypnotized about a month ago I have been focusing on releasing a lot of toxic emotions from the past, now I am doing some forgiveness work, like breathing forgiveness into the heart. That and meditation seem to be good coping skills for me these days (I have been doing a massive cleaning of my apartment, throwing stuff out that I do not use or wear - it is symbolic).

I don't think about pain too much, although I still have some tight back muscles that I think will eventually release in good time : ) Lucia Capaccione's journaling technique is about writing with your non-dominant hand to your inner child, very powerful work and it meshes well with the TMS diagnosis in terms of getting to the root cause of deeper hidden issues. I am taking a break from reading but am continuing to journal when the time is right. I think I have made great progress since I started here on the forum and thank you for creating this wonderful support system! The TMS Wiki has helped to give me the courage to take my life back!

All the Best,

Livvygurl : )

 

Hi Jan, It has been an interesting and journey! Yes, I will stay in touch!

Olivia

 

Fantastic! I only tried non-dominant hand journalling twice. What came out was a childish scrawl of Bear in my heart: "Want best for Peddy!" Maybe I will try it again.

 

Shanshu,

I got the idea from one of your posts! It takes practice and an investment of time, the result is miraculous This technique and being hypnotized have really catapulted my healing to higher heights of bliss. Hypnotism is like Roto Router for the soul! (I know a good practitioner, he does phone appointments)

Love,

Livvy ~