From Chronic Pain to Passion
helping passionate creatives heal from chronic pain
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What’s Self-Love Got to Do with It?
When it comes to chronic pain recovery, the answer is: A lot. Let’s talk about self-love and chronic pain. And if the phrase “self-love” makes you cringe a little, this is especially for you! You know who gets inside your head more than anyone else? YOU. Your relationship with your self is the most impactful relationship […]
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Chronic Pain Recovery Is Not a Straight Line ~ It’s a Squiggly One.
For most people, chronic pain recovery is a series of many hills and valleys. There are moments along the way when it feels like you’re back at square one, in the pit of despair: Frustrated, angry, afraid and riddled with self-doubt. If this sounds familiar, your experience is totally normal. As a chronic pain recovery […]
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4 Steps to Pain-Free Communication in Relationships
Make talking to your partner a painless experience by identifying and working through your feelings. Have you ever noticed a chronic pain syndrome flaring up right in the middle of a big fight with your partner? Or while stewing in silent resentment about something they did? If so, you’re not alone. Not only have I heard this […]
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6 Steps for Getting Out of a Panic Spiral
Anxiety can be a (chronic) pain. Here’s something you can do about it. Chronic pain and anxiety go hand in hand. And one of the most common chronic pain triggers is what I call “the panic spiral.” Maybe you know what I’m talking about. The panic spiral is like a traffic jam of anxiety triggers […]
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How I Healed From Chronic Migraines
Have you ever cried into your pillow out of desperation when yet another migraine snuck up on you and ruined your day? I have. If you have too, I can truly empathize. As a psychotherapist and coach who helps people heal from chronic pain, I draw on teachings from books and courses by experts in […]