Ever wondered why your chronic pain or symptoms returns even after periods of relief? Learn the secrets to sustaining your healing journey and discover daily practices that can regulate your nervous system for the long run. We share compelling personal stories and client observations that reveal common pitfalls and emphasize the necessity of a lifestyle overhaul. From reshaping your thoughts and beliefs to brain retraining and creating social safety, we'll offer a comprehensive guide to maintaining these essential practices. Despite the effort required, the long-term benefits are undeniably worth it.

Unlock the power of Qigong and the refreshing effects of cold showers as part of your daily self-care routine. Tanner shares his personal experience with Qigong and provides resources on his YouTube channel to help you get started. We also uncover the surprising benefits of cold showers on your parasympathetic nervous system. Learn how co-regulation in nature and mindfulness of old coping mechanisms can further contribute to your well-being. Stay open to experimenting with new activities, like cold plunges or engaging with horses, to find what truly works for you. Join us for an inspiring conversation filled with practical tips to help you lead a balanced, healthy lifestyle.

Tanner Murtagh and Anne Hampson are therapists who treat neuroplastic pain and mind-body symptoms. They are also married! In his 20s, Tanner overcame chronic pain and a fibromyalgia diagnosis by learning his symptoms were occurring due to learned brain pathways and nervous system dysregulation. Post-healing, Tanner and Anne have dedicated their lives to developing effective treatment and education for neuroplastic pain and symptoms. Listen and learn how to assess your own chronic pain and symptoms, gain tools to retrain the brain and nervous system, and make gradual changes in your life and health!

The Mind-Body Couple podcast is owned by Pain Psychotherapy Canada Inc. This podcast is produced by Alex Klassen, who is one of the wonderful therapists at our agency in Calgary, Alberta. https://www.painpsychotherapy.ca/

Tanner, Anne, and Alex also run the MBody Community, which is an in-depth online course that provides step-by-step guidance for assessing, treating, and resolving mind-body pain and symptoms. https://www.mbodycommunity.com

Also check out Tanner's YouTube channel for more free education and practices: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Fl6WaFHnh4ponuexaMbFQ

And follow us for daily education posts on Instagram: @painpsychotherapy

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