Shame & Chronic Pain: The Intersection Between Emotional & Physical Health

What a powerful conversation with Deana Tsiapalis trying to dive deeper into understanding chronic pain from a more holistic view. And along the way, I came face to face with just how much my body is trying to connect with me about my own emotional and mental distress. We covered: What chronic pain actually means How our culture views and treats pain and the issues that arise from that The 3 elements of pain that need to be addressed The #1 factor to create safety in talking about our pain Why not all pain is created equal The power of curiosity when it comes to healing & connection What it means to live at 100% every day while still being kind to yourself It is Deana's mission to radically change chronic pain care from within the chronic pain community.  As a certified coach, pain educator, curator, and podcaster Deana believes that the chronic pain community are the experts on their own pain. Deana is passionate about bridging the gap between the primary care physician and chronic pain warrior pain with know how and guidance so that the person living with pain becomes an equal voice at the decision making table. Connect: Website Facebook Podcast