Find Your Voice: How to Write When You're Not a Writer Nicole Sachs on writing as a cure for chronic pain
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Jul 23, 2020 
Nicole Sachs, LCSW, a chronic pain psychotherapist, discusses the power of writing in healing chronic pain and the significance of self-expression. They debunk the belief that physical abnormalities are the sole cause of pain and address the struggles in connecting mind and body. Tools for dealing with chronic pain and the unique concept of Journal Speak are also explored, along with transitioning from personal writing to writing for the world.
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Nicole's Back Pain Journey
- At 19, Nicole Sachs experienced acute back pain and was diagnosed with acute degenerative spondylolisthesis.
- Traditional medicine offered limited solutions, focusing on spinal fusion surgery and restrictions on her life.
Root Cause of Chronic Pain
- Chronic pain, including food sensitivities, often stems from the limbic brain and emotional regulation issues.
- Western medicine often misattributes pain to physical abnormalities.
Addressing Food Allergies
- Sachs suggests clearing pre-conceived notions about food allergies and focusing on the mind-body connection.
- She recommends exploring emotional repression and how it might manifest as physical symptoms.