Like Mind, Like Body The Healing Tools That Make the Biggest Difference (Daniel Lyman, LCSW)
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May 23, 2025 In this engaging conversation, Daniel Lyman, a psychotherapist and executive director of the MindBody Therapy Center, shares essential healing tools from his extensive experience with chronic pain and mental health. He discusses the power of neuroplasticity and how thoughts can influence physical sensations. Lyman emphasizes self-compassion and awareness in healing, highlighting the impact of everyday habits on wellbeing. The duo also explores the importance of recognizing stress responses and encourages listeners to reflect on their coping strategies for personal growth.
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Brain-Body Connection in Symptoms
- The brain and body are inseparably connected in symptom experience.
- Thoughts and emotions upstairs affect sensations downstairs bodily.
Example of Stress-Induced Dizziness
- Daniel shared how his dizziness worsens during stress, showing a clear mind-body symptom link.
- This personal example helps clients relate emotional triggers to physical symptoms.
Subconscious Thoughts Amplify Pain
- People often have subconscious thoughts about pain that influence their experience without awareness.
- Making these thoughts conscious enables challenging and reframing them.