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Reframing Chronic Pain: The Mind-Body Connection
This chapter explores the complex relationship between chronic pain and psychological factors, stressing that pain is influenced by mental states such as fear and self-criticism. It introduces the concept of neuroplastic pain and suggests that changing one's perception and responses to pain can lead to its alleviation. The chapter also presents somatic tracking as a method for transforming pain experiences through mindfulness and creating a sense of safety.