The Jordan Harbinger Show 661: Rachel Zoffness | Managing Pain In Your Body and Brain
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May 3, 2022 Dr. Rachel Zoffness, a pain psychologist and international speaker, discusses the fascinating link between pain and the brain. She explains how pain often resides in the brain, influencing our emotional state and even amplifying physical sensations. Zoffness highlights the misconception separating emotional and physical pain, advocating for holistic treatment approaches. She introduces the concept of a 'pain dial' and critiques the current pain management system, emphasizing the importance of education and lifestyle changes in reclaiming control over pain.
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Pain Recipe
- Pain always has a recipe, encompassing physical, social, and emotional factors.
- Emotions are somatic, meaning they manifest physically, especially in the gut.
Pain Dial
- The "pain dial" in your brain gets turned up by stress, negative emotions, and focused attention on pain.
- Conversely, it gets turned down by relaxation, positive emotions, and distraction.
Pain's Location
- Pain doesn't live exclusively in the body, as phantom limb pain demonstrates.
- Pain is constructed in the brain, influenced by various factors.
