In this lively discussion, Christina Sarno, a psychotherapist and daughter of Dr. John Sarno, shares her insights on mind-body medicine. The event celebrates the launch of their new book, exploring the emotional roots of chronic pain. Christina highlights the importance of understanding stress's impact on physical symptoms, personal journeys of healing, and the innovative 'journal speak' technique for emotional expression. The conversation is filled with humor and heartfelt anecdotes, emphasizing community support and the path to emotional freedom.
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Nicole Sachs's Back Pain Journey
Nicole Sachs's back pain started at 19, forcing her to leave college.
Dr. Sarno helped her avoid surgery and have children, defying initial prognosis.
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Dr. Sarno's Dismissal of Physical Focus
Nicole Sachs meticulously documented her pain for Dr. Sarno, but he dismissed it.
He insisted her pain's variability couldn't be purely physical, emphasizing a mind-body connection.
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Journaling for Repressed Emotions
Explore repressed emotions through journaling, even if you don't feel angry.
Trust the process to uncover hidden emotional drivers of pain.
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This book, written by Dr. John E. Sarno, presents a groundbreaking approach to understanding and treating chronic back pain. Dr. Sarno's research on Tension Myoneural Syndrome (TMS) suggests that stress, anxiety, and other psychological factors, rather than structural abnormalities, are the root cause of chronic pain. The book explains how repressed emotions trigger tension in the body, depriving muscles and nerves of oxygen, and provides guidance on recognizing the emotional roots of TMS and severing the connection between mental and physical pain. It also advises on how to accept negative emotions, resume physical activity, and change the brain's behavior to heal shoulder, neck, and lower back pain without drugs, surgery, or physical therapy.
There are no adequate words for the feeling of this book launch week. It began with the TODAY show, and then rolled into a ton of in-person media. Of all the things we've done, I must say the 92nd Street Y was the highlight of our week. Lisa, Christina, and I were able to welcome friends, family, and all of our amazing TCFCP fans to an incredible NYC venue, and now we can share it with all of you! Most importantly, MIND YOUR BODY is here!!! Are you an immediate gratification person like me?? DOWNLOAD THE AUDIBLE HERE! And.... The Kindle version! I am so overjoyed to see what this book can do. Enjoy this moving evening, the laughter and the tears. It will feel like you're there with us. XOOXO Nicole & Lisa
Want to be with us in person and spend a week changing your life? (I mean it.)
Click the link and then click around within. There are so many free resources (including a new free video on all things TMS on the home page) that can get you on your way. And, of course, if you're ready for some hand-holding and extra support on your journey, click on the EDUCATION tab for all of our courses and offerings, or join our MEMBERSHIP community.
If you are a practitioner looking to specialize in this work or bring it to your community, get the first module of the Sarno x Sachs Solution for free! Click here:
The Cure for Chronic Pain with Nicole Sachs, LCSW 