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Powerful Shift in Sue's Pain
- Alan shared a story about Sue, a chronic pain sufferer with intense fear and preoccupation around her pain. - In five minutes, Alan's approach dramatically reduced her pain and fear, showing a major positive turnaround.
Pain Feels Familiar to Brain
- Pain preoccupation feels familiar to the brain, much like favorite TV shows. - The brain repeatedly gravitates toward this familiar state even if it's unpleasant, reinforcing negative thoughts and pain.
Preoccupation Fuels Pain Cycle
- Preoccupation is the fuel that powers chronic pain more than the pain itself. - Pain became the brain's greatest source for familiar preoccupation and worry, reinforcing the pain cycle.