Rooted and Restored

There's a Ted Talk that I love, given by Kelly McGonical, a clinical psychologist.

https://youtu.be/RcGyVTAoXEU

She says it better than I ever could, but let's talk about the power of oxytocin in reframing how we think about stress.

Addressing comparison has never been more important than it is in our current culture. It is an important piece of pivoting our perspective in a powerful way. Today, I challenge you to:

1. Consider the variables.

2. Remind yourself that you are Unique and Unrepeatable.

3.  Cultivate a spirit of gratitude for your gifts and talents.

4. Allow yourself to be inspired by others.

5. Embrace your Now.

Checking in with our nervous system is the first step in pivoting our perspective about health and wellness. A flared up nervous system takes little to no input to send the pain signal, or signals that tell your body it is time to rest. For instance, high blood pressure, migraines, body parts that ache, or fatigue are all ways that your nervous system is trying to protect you.

A flared up nervous system is typically flooded with cortisol, a stress hormone. This sends your body into fight or flight mode, and our goal is to get back to rest and digest. Here are some side effects from living with increased cortisol for a long period of time:

Fatigue

Mood Swings

Appetite Changes

Disrupted Sleep

Difficulty Concentrating

Difficulty Completing Projects

Low Libido

Depression

Do any of these resonate with you?

Welcome, to I Am a Pain Patient, I'm so glad you're here. In this episode we are going to talk about what this podcast is, who it's for and why you should care what I have to say. My hope and goal for you all is to invite you to learn to suffer intelligently. I don't want anyone to feel like a victim of their own lives, or of what is going on in their bodies. Step forward in hope with me.

Welcome, to I Am a Pain Patient, I'm so glad you're here. In this episode we are going to talk about what this podcast is, who it's for and why you should care what I have to say. My hope and goal for you all is to invite you to learn to suffer intelligently. I don't want anyone to feel like a victim of their own lives, or of what is going on in their bodies. Step forward in hope with me.