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    Book Group Chapter 4: A New Perspective -- discussion of The Way Out by Alan Gordon

    Here's an example of a way you can organize your evidence. Gathering Evidence Graphic Organizer "The more evidence you have that there’s nothing wrong with your body, the easier it is to believe that your brain is the culprit.” -Alan Gordon Create an evidence sheet and record anything that...
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    Book Group Chapter 4: A New Perspective -- discussion of The Way Out by Alan Gordon

    I think that's a great idea! It doesn't have to be anything fancy or complicated.
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    Plan vs. Reality...

    I especially like the steep climb out of the pit at the end. Sometimes it really does feel like this.
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    Book Group Chapter 2: Pain is a Danger Signal -- discussion of The Way Out by Alan Gordon

    I think that outcome independence is one of the hardest skills to master. I'm a worrier. The notion that I can accept an outcome that I can't control and be okay with is hard to wrap my head around. These days, I try to practice outcome independence as often as I can for small things so that...
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    Tips to be Free of Chronic Pain-Putting it all together!

    Thank you for sharing these tips!
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    Book Group Chapter 1: Casey, Alan, and Boulder -- discussion of The Way Out by Alan Gordon

    This is one of the easiest to understand explanations for how brains generate pain.
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    Recovery MlleButtercup's recovery story- 24 years chronic pain and fibromyalgia

    You are welcome! I think sensitivity is a superpower!
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    Recovery MlleButtercup's recovery story- 24 years chronic pain and fibromyalgia

    The is the most commonly asked question I get when I share my story. It's a bit hard to pinpoint exactly what helped the most. I can share a few things that I think were essential for my recovery and maintenance. 1. I move my body at least 5 days a week. The endorphins I get from gentle...
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    Recovery MlleButtercup's recovery story- 24 years chronic pain and fibromyalgia

    I'm happy to share it! I hope it encourages you!
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    Book Group Chapter 1: Casey, Alan, and Boulder -- discussion of The Way Out by Alan Gordon

    Start slowly and keep working at it. It will improve. I suggest starting with something simple like pausing during the day to relax and ground your body in the present moment. Remind your brain that you are safe in the here and now. Then, when you get good at that, add some deep, cleansing...
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    Recovery MlleButtercup's recovery story- 24 years chronic pain and fibromyalgia

    The backstory Although my chronic pain story starts in 1996, there were premonitions of what was to come for several years prior to the summer when the pain came and stayed. I have always been an anxious, sensitive person. As a child, I was cautious and fearful. Family photos document that I...
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