In this episode, Lawrence Joss interviews Vanessa, a chronic pain specialist, about the correlation between physical and emotional pain. They discuss the book 'The Way Out' and the concept of pain reprocessing therapy. Vanessa shares success stories of clients who have found relief from chronic pain through this therapy. They also talk about the importance of language in describing pain and the practice of somatic tracking. Overall, the episode emphasizes the possibility of finding relief from pain and improving relationships through understanding and working with the body's sensations.

Key Takeaways

• Physical and emotional pain are often correlated, and addressing emotional pain can help alleviate physical pain.
• Pain reprocessing therapy can help individuals understand and change their relationship with pain, leading to relief.
• Language is important in describing pain, and reframing how we talk about pain can impact our experience of it.
• Somatic tracking is a practice that involves getting curious about the sensations in our body and learning to be present with them.
• Finding relief from chronic pain is possible, and it can lead to improved relationships and a richer life.

PPC has generously offered our listeners the chance to win a 50-minute consultation, along with a free copy of their new workbook "The Pain Reprocessing Therapy Workbook" .  In order to be included in the raffle, please post the following on our YouTube page:  "VANESSA ROCKS!".  The winner will be drawn at random, 2 weeks after the episode is broadcast, which will be September 30, 2024."

Pain Psychology Center - www.painpsychologycenter.com
"The Way Out" by Alan Gordon

"Tell Me About Your Pain" podcast: curablehealth.com/tellmeaboutyourpain

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