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Max Shen
Pain researcher with a background in computational cognitive science and degrees from MIT; creator of DebugYourPain.org who integrates active inference, non-dual teaching, and pain-reprocessing approaches to chronic pain.
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Jan 7, 2026
• 1h 32min
#43 — Max Shen | This Book Heals Chronic Back Pain (Dr. John Sarno)
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Max Shen, a pain researcher with a background from MIT, shares insights on overcoming chronic pain through innovative ideas. His journey began when he halved his RSI after reading Dr. John Sarno's book. Max explains how emotional blocks manifest as physical pain and emphasizes the importance of awareness in healing. He discusses the power of expressive practices to release emotions, and the role of intent in body coordination. With practical tools from his work, he encourages listeners to explore their sensations and thoughts to foster pain relief and holistic well-being.
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