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How To Heal Chronic Pain with Dr Howard Schubiner (re-release) #519

Feb 2, 2025
Dr. Howard Schubiner, Director of the Mind Body Medicine Center and author of 'Unlearn Your Pain,' shares insights on tackling chronic pain through a mind-body approach. He explains how our brains create pain signals linked to emotional distress, rather than physical injuries. Personal stories of recovery illustrate the power of emotional healing, while Schubiner emphasizes the importance of reprogramming the brain to break the cycle of pain. Listeners will discover transformative strategies like mindfulness and the profound role of social connections in healing.
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Quick takeaways

  • Chronic pain is often a complex emotional and neurological response rather than a direct result of physical injury or structural problems.
  • Emerging therapies, such as pain reprocessing therapy, aim to reprogram the brain’s response to pain, fostering recovery and empowerment.

Deep dives

The Nature of Pain as a Signal

Pain serves as a critical alert system for our body, often indicating that something needs attention rather than being a problem itself. Understanding that pain can be an indicator of underlying issues may shift perceptions, allowing individuals to view their symptoms as potential messages from the brain. This perspective encourages recognizing pain as a complex emotional and neurological response, rather than strictly a physical one. By approaching pain as a potential guide, individuals can begin to address the root causes rather than merely treating the symptoms.

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