Can Repressed Emotions Cause Chronic Pain? Mind-Body Healing with Amy Lansky

Could unresolved emotions, chronic stress and suppressed anger be contributing to persistent pain?In this episode of Beyond The Pain, Leigh Brandon speaks with author Amy Lansky about her personal experiences with lower back pain, sciatica, insomnia and other chronic symptoms—and how the work of Dr John Sarno changed the way she understood them.Amy explains why pain may not always originate solely in the physical body and introduces the framework from her book, Living in Synchrony. This explores the physical, etheric, emotional, mental and causal aspects of the human experience—and how each may influence health and healing.Together, Leigh and Amy explore:Amy’s journey from computer scientist to author and researcherHow Dr John Sarno connected chronic pain with suppressed emotionsAmy’s experience of overcoming severe sciaticaWhy chronic pain may move from one area of the body to anotherHow posture, breathing and movement can contribute to physical symptomsThe relationship between emotional stress, muscle tension and painWhy symptom suppression may not address the underlying causeApproaches including meditation, journalling, emotional release, TRE and EFTHow to explore the possible root causes of persistent symptomsSimple ways to reconnect with your body, intuition and sense of meaningThis conversation invites you to look beyond the location of your pain and consider the wider physical, emotional and psychological influences that may be contributing to it.Please remember that persistent, severe or unexplained symptoms should be appropriately assessed by a qualified healthcare professional. The experiences and views discussed in this episode are not a substitute for individual medical advice.Find out more about Amy Lansky:https://www.amylansky.comConnect with Leigh and explore his resources:Beyond The Pain paperback:https://amzn.to/4y2HVWgBeyond The Pain ebook:https://amzn.to/4y0lH78Beyond The Pain 14-Day Programme:https://bodychek.co.uk/beyond-the-pain-programme/Pain-Free Plate Free Guide:https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/Consult with Leigh:https://www.bodychek.co.uk/consultation