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The Mind-Body Couple
We CANNOT Heal By Keeping Our World Small
Dec 21, 2023
Topics discussed include approaching life instead of avoiding it to heal from neuroplastic pain, the importance of graded exposure therapy, breaking the cycle of chronic pain and fear, and a parent's journey with a child's fear of being alone. Emphasizes the value of expanding one's world for personal growth and overcoming fears.
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- Graded exposure helps break the cycle of avoiding unpleasant experiences, allowing the brain to learn safety and reduce symptoms.
- Approaching life before expecting symptoms to diminish is crucial for living fully and managing discomfort effectively.
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Breaking the Cycle of Avoidance
Chronic pain and symptoms can lead to shrinking our world as we avoid unpleasant experiences. This avoidance, whether physical or emotional, reinforces the brain's message that something is wrong, perpetuating the symptoms. Graded exposure, starting with small steps, helps break this cycle by gradually facing fears and discomfort. This process, although anxiety-provoking, allows the brain to learn safety and reduces symptoms, ultimately enabling a broader, more vibrant life.
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