In this episode, Abuda discusses his experience with chronic pain, which began at 17 after a car accident that fractured his facial bones.

He details the various types of chronic pain he endures, including migraines and daily headaches, and the strategies he uses to manage them, such as ibuprofen, yoga, and mindfulness meditation. A

buda emphasizes the importance of acceptance and adaptation, sharing how he integrates preventative measures into his daily life to mitigate pain.

He also highlights the role of living fully and engaging in activities as a form of distraction and coping mechanism, ultimately finding value in his experiences despite the ongoing pain.

Transcript

https://otter.ai/u/K-2uUC4QZ8Xs1WL5BbxAUCqBnqg

Action Items

• Perform daily physiotherapy to maintain mobility and prevent regression of spinal condition (daily, ongoing)

• Practice Tai Chi, yoga, and mindfulness meditation regularly as preventative therapy to reduce pain triggers (ongoing)

• Use state-provided THC drops as needed to manage situational pain symptoms

• Limit driving to no more than three hours per day to avoid aggravating spinal condition

• Continue abstaining from alcohol to reduce risk-taking behavior and lower incidence of injury-related pain (ongoing)