The Cure for Chronic Pain with Nicole Sachs, LCSW

A hopeful conversation about recovering from lifelong IBS and anxiety after an adult ADHD diagnosis. They explore how neurodiversity and a sensitive nervous system can shape healing. Practical practices get highlighted: journaling, meditation, and gentle daily routines. The story also covers moving from confusion to clarity and guiding others through the same work.

A powerful real-time healing session about childhood sexual abuse and its long-term effects. They explore how early trauma shows up as anxiety, OCD, and physical pain. The conversation examines a fraught mother-daughter dynamic and using inner child work and JournalSpeak to reclaim safety. Practical practices like short meditations and journaling are offered for nervous system healing.

Learn how to JournalSpeak ➡️ ⁠LEARN HOW:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2ph33u2s In this episode, I sit down with James Bloomer after he reached out in response to my call for more male voices in the mindbody/TMS conversation. James is 64 years old and brings an honest, powerful story that spans more than two decades and five distinct TMS episodes—each one convincingly masquerading as a physical problem. Like so many people I work with, James is thoughtful, successful, and driven, with a life that looks “perfect” on the outside: a long career as a high-powered insurance executive, his own financial planning business, a strong marriage, and two adult children he adores. And yet, his body has told a very different story. James walks us through the evolution of his symptoms—total body pain, knee pain, severe back pain, gluteal pain, and finally pelvic pain and lifelong urinary frequency—and how each one came with a rational, medical explanation that ultimately wasn’t true. He shares how deeply he bought into the physical narratives, spending thousands of dollars on doctors, treatments, supplements, and tools, only to eventually find relief through TMS work again and again. We even talk about the surreal moment when he picked up the phone and personally reached Dr. Sarno back in 2010. What’s most striking is James’s honesty about the pattern so many of us fall into: doing some of the work, getting better, and then stopping—only to be “fooled” by the next symptom. Now, using JournalSpeak and my approach consistently, James is about 75% symptom-free and doing the deeper, more uncomfortable emotional excavation that long-term healing often requires. He speaks candidly about uncovering repressed material from childhood, the emotional cost of chronic pain on his marriage, and the reality that some symptoms—especially pelvic pain and urinary issues—can take time and patience to unwind. This conversation is a reminder that TMS doesn’t discriminate by gender, age, or success level, and that true healing isn’t about perfection—it’s about commitment, compassion, and staying in the work for life. Join us! XO n. ⁠⁠⁠1:1 COACHING WITH TRAINED COACHES SUPERVISED DIRECTLY BY NICOLE⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠PLEASE RATE AND REVIEW THE PODCAST HERE TO HELP OTHERS FIND IT!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Producer: Lisa Eisenpresser ~~~~~ SUPPORT: 🟠 Struggling with chronic pain? Check out my Freedom From Chronic Pain course  ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/yuxczyba⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🟠 Anxiety controlling your life? Try my Freedom From an Anxious Life course ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/yc3vsy32 🧠 Learn more about the brain science and clinical experiences in my book  ➡️ MIND YOUR BODY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/4fd6bvdc⁠⁠⁠⁠ 💛 Receive support, guidance, connection, and direct access to Nicole with ➡️ MEMBERSHIP: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/y7wadt8d⁠⁠⁠⁠ ~~~~ THE CURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON INSTAGRAM 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/93pwbp8v ⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/56vvbdcx ⁠⁠⁠⁠ LEARN ABOUT ANNUAL OMEGA RETREAT👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/3vr5j3ux⁠⁠⁠⁠  Podcast music by the beautiful and talented Danielle Furst: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@musicfurst⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When I sat down first thing in the morning (my time) to chat across the pond with Adam Wight in the middle of his day, our tone of voices were just a bit more free than they might be now. It's interesting to think how quickly our days are changing! But we will all make it through, as we continue to actively choose love over fear. In today's episode, Adam and I delve into a lifetime of repressed emotions over his life with his mother, and the obvious and natural connection that has to his anxiety, digestive issues, and other TMS symptoms. Join us for an impactful and eye opening real time heal. Stay safe and connected out there, wherever this day finds you. Sending big love.. n. This episode originally aired on March 27, 2020. Learn how to JournalSpeak  ⁠LEARN HOW:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2ph33u2s⁠ >>POD DESCRIPTION HERE<< ⁠1:1 COACHING WITH TRAINED COACHES SUPERVISED DIRECTLY BY NICOLE⁠⁠ ⁠⁠PLEASE RATE AND REVIEW THE PODCAST HERE TO HELP OTHERS FIND IT!⁠⁠ Producer: Lisa Eisenpresser ~~~~~ SUPPORT:  Struggling with chronic pain? Check out my Freedom From Chronic Pain course   GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/yuxczyba⁠⁠  Anxiety controlling your life? Try my Freedom From an Anxious Life course  GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2m9rcht8⁠⁠  Learn more about the brain science and clinical experiences in my book   MIND YOUR BODY: ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/4fd6bvdc⁠⁠  Receive support, guidance, connection, and direct access to Nicole with  MEMBERSHIP: ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/y7wadt8d⁠⁠ ~~~~ THE CURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON INSTAGRAM  ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/93pwbp8v ⁠⁠ SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST  ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/56vvbdcx ⁠⁠ LEARN ABOUT ANNUAL OMEGA RETREAT ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/3vr5j3ux⁠⁠  Podcast music by the beautiful and talented Danielle Furst: ⁠⁠@musicfurst⁠ ⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Angela shares her powerful healing journey from crippling anxiety, revealing how childhood trauma shaped her life. She discusses building self-confidence, integrating past experiences, and reframing trauma as protective rather than burdensome. The conversation dives into the importance of self-compassion, forgiveness, and the role of JournalSpeak as a tool for emotional release. With insights on progressive healing and embracing fear, Angela's story inspires others to confront their own challenges with courage and persistence.

Lois Heymann, a vibrant woman in her 70s, shares her incredible journey from chronic neck pain to thriving through mind-body journaling practices. She candidly discusses how her healing transformed not only her physical state but also her perspective on aging and life. Lois reveals her skepticism before embracing JournalSpeak, the powerful shifts she experienced, and her deep emotional connections to her inner child. Her story is a beacon for anyone who believes it's too late to change, showcasing the magic of reclaiming joy and curiosity at any age.

Felicia shares her harrowing journey from crippling anxiety and physical pain to hope and healing. Initially diagnosed with various conditions, she recounts hitting rock bottom before discovering a new path. With the help of journaling and mindfulness practices, she starts to unravel deep emotional traumas. The transformation is remarkable, leading to significant symptom reduction and a renewed zest for life. Felicia's story emphasizes the power of the mind-body connection and inspires others to embrace their healing journey.

Discover radical acceptance and its power to alleviate chronic pain through emotional surrender. Learn about the importance of medical guidance when considering medication changes. Dive into JournalSpeak as a tool to address emotional clutter and its role in managing even positive emotions. Nicole explains the connection between daily stressors and unresolved feelings, emphasizing the need for consistent practice. Plus, insights on how to navigate perimenopause symptoms and parenting guilt while fostering emotional growth for both you and your children.

In this engaging discussion, Nicole and Lisa tackle pressing questions about the healing journey from chronic pain. They explore the nuances of exercising while healing and what radical acceptance really entails. Grounding techniques for moments of dissociation and welcoming symptoms with curiosity instead of panic are highlighted. The duo emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, the role of JournalSpeak, and trusting your intuition over endless inquiry. Listeners are reassured that healing comes from honesty and nurturing your inner wisdom.

Reflecting on the past year, the discussion emphasizes awareness over resolutions, urging listeners to recognize patterns and moments of courage. Pain is framed as crucial communication, not failure, guiding self-inquiry into emotional truths and self-abandonment. Four key questions prompt introspection about what our pain might be expressing. Instead of rushing to solve issues, there's encouragement to approach pain mindfully and use it as a portal for meaningful change. Small acts of courage are highlighted as significant strides toward transformation.