37. Reclaiming Comfort: Tools for Easing Chronic Pain

In this transformative episode of Start Thriving, Chelsea dives deep into the nuances of managing and alleviating chronic pain through practical nervous system tools. Chelsea shares her personal experiences and offers a step-by-step guide to creating more comfort, peace, and ease in the body, turning it into a true home. Throughout the episode, Chelsea emphasizes the impact of unresolved stress on our physical well-being, explaining how years of emotional repression can manifest as various symptoms and chronic pain. She introduces the concept of color therapy glasses and their inhibitory effects on brain areas that modulate pain, offering practical tips for incorporating them into daily life. Listeners will learn about the significance of creating a good body map through sensory stimulation and the role of cranial nerves in regulating pain responses. Chelsea guides the audience through various exercises, including tapping techniques and EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), designed to reset the nervous system and alleviate discomfort. She also highlights the importance of hydration, sensory awareness, and gentle movement in promoting nervous system regulation. By incorporating these tools, listeners can start to offload stress, increase their capacity to handle life's challenges, and create space for joy, creativity, and connection. For those interested in further exploring these techniques, Chelsea recommends the book "You Can Heal Your Life" by Louise Hay, which delves into the emotional causes of physical symptoms and offers affirmations for healing. Unfortunately the window to join through the Mental Health Bundle has ended but you can grab Body Balance, Chelsea's 30 day neurosomatic reset program for your emotions and nervous system here ➡️ Body Balance Join Chelsea in this enlightening session and take the first step towards a future where your body feels like a safe and supportive home. Don't forget to support the podcast by sharing your thoughts in a review, and check the show notes for valuable resources mentioned in the episode. Timestamps⬇️ 00:00:00 " Pain in our bodies can cause a lot of frustration and grief 00:02:19 " You can heal your life by Louise Hay is absolutely fantastic 00:03:36 " Use these tools to help you feel support through your spine 00:08:06 " Use this technique to relax your nervous system after stressful situations 00:15:28 " Is there more saliva in my mouth? Did I yawn? Does my breath feel deeper 00:15:44 " We're going to test if something is positive for your nervous system 00:21:18 " We're working on pain and creating more safety and peace in our body 00:30:06 " Tap along the earth using your left fingers behind your left ear 00:31:21 " How can we reduce the pain output in our bodies?