Episode Description: In this powerful episode, we share Emily's inspiring journey from chronic pain to recovery through the discovery and treatment of Tension Myoneural Syndrome (TMS). Emily opens up about her struggle with pain over the past few years, the emotional and psychological battles she faced, and the transformative strategies that helped her reclaim her life.

Key Discussion Points:

00:00 - Introduction: Meet Emily and learn about her battle with chronic pain and her breakthrough with TMS.
00:54 - Understanding TMS: What is Tension Myoneural Syndrome? Emily and the host explain the connection between emotions, personality, and pain manifestation.
01:22 - Journey Through Pain: Emily recounts her four-year struggle with various misdiagnoses, including seronegative peripheral spondyloarthritis and Raynaud’s, and her eventual diagnosis with TMS.
04:07 - The Onset of Injuries: From cubital tunnel syndrome to sciatica, Emily describes the series of injuries that compounded her pain.
07:44 - Psychological and Emotional Factors: The impact of emotional repression and personality traits on chronic pain.
08:13 - Finding Relief: How reading "Think Away Your Pain" by Dr. David Schechter and other resources helped Emily start her recovery journey.
11:27 - What is TMS?: A deeper dive into the science behind TMS and how the brain creates and amplifies pain.
17:13 - Emily’s Recovery Tools: Journaling, meditation, positive self-talk, and visualization—practical strategies Emily used to overcome TMS.
22:41 - Breaking the Cycle: Overcoming the fear of pain and rebuilding a normal life.
30:05 - The Role of Positive Thinking: How shifting from negative to positive thinking played a crucial role in Emily's recovery.
33:35 - Early Signs of Improvement: The initial glimpses of relief and how they motivated Emily to continue her journey.
36:54 - Overcoming Setbacks: Advice for those struggling with belief and persistence in their recovery.
45:39 - Current Life: Emily shares her current state, pain-free and living a fulfilling life.
47:35 - Resources and Recommendations: Books, YouTube videos, quizzes, and other resources to help listeners explore and address TMS.

Resources Mentioned:

Book: "Think Away Your Pain" by Dr. David Schechter
YouTube Meditation: "Powerful Chronic Pain Healing Meditation for TMS Mind Body, Dr. John Sarno"
Quiz: isthistms.com – To help determine if you have TMS.

Emily's email: simonsemily7@gmail.com
Follow Emily on Instagram: @painexplained_tms

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