We all want to become better, happier people, and we work pretty hard at it. The marketing world keeps reminding us that we are not even close to our potential and holds up endless images of perfection that reinforce that idea. We are programmed into being defined by external factors. What we really mean when we say that we want to be happy is that we would like to experience less anxiety.

When we stop trying to "fix" ourselves, we have more energy to experience the moment and enjoy life. In this episode, spine surgeon Dr. David Hanscom talks about how he works with chronic pain patients to use this approach to support their own healing. For more information, go to: http://www.backincontrol.com/enjoy-your-day-today