Cultivating a Calm State of Mind and Being

[@edgargevorkyan5082]

Dan, I’ve made a huge progress, I’m free of flare ups and my pain is mostly minimal but at times it goes up and my anxiety kicks in, since it’s been relatively low for a while, I believe I’m doing it right and need to carry on being indifferent and unbothered, thank you for your daily reminders that we can do this!

[@mikeshields2530]

Yeah,this is the end of phase one

[@edgargevorkyan5082]

@ thanks Mike, what are the other phases?

[@mikeshields2530]

@edgargevorkyan5082 check out the Dare book by Barry mcdonagh

[@mikeshields2530]

But in reply your ocd and thought will go nuts..then a set back.then things will finally start settling down

[@edgargevorkyan5082]

@@mikeshields2530 Im having a setback after an almost pain free week, guess its a good sign 🙏🏻

[@marissac26723]

I'm one of those people who is prone to self criticism. Recently I shared with my therapist that I was feeling disappointed in myself for a small anxiety flare after a period of being relatively anxiety free for a few weeks. She responded with "You've gained control over your symptoms in a record amount of time - and you should be proud of yourself for that" Thought I would share to remind everyone that they are probably making more progress than they even realize. Give yourself credit because you are strong!

[@NEChristo]

This man is doing the work of the Lord Jesus Christ love joy peace patience kindness… and every fruit of the Spirit is shining through this work ❤

[@PainFreeYou]

Wow - thank you so much!!

[@Hfwest-n4m]

⁠Pretty lofty comparison he’s talking about there Dan. He’s spot on, Brother. You deserve it. 🙏

[@clintsturgill7087]

Awesome. Thinking is the root cause of suffering!

[@avamayvibes]

your channel helped me realize how correlated my symptoms were with my mindset! it’s been two months of physical therapy and listening to your videos and i’m happy to say i am functioning again!! still listening to your videos on almost pain free days and i know even if things were to backtrack i can handle it!! thank you Dan!

[@PainFreeYou]

Perfect - you are overcoming fear. Love it.

[@sharonwakefield5810]

This makes so much sense! I think this hustle culture (running here there, sports etc) has worn out our nervous system. I definitely noticed when I am constantly on the run my symptoms go up.

[@kylerford5522]

Heard think slower… guiltily takes you off 2x speed. 😬You’re absolutely right!

[@NEChristo]

😂

[@zeusthegreek4664]

God bless you 🙏🏽

[@alyssapennerartist]

Canceled my first weekly physio appointment....thanks for helping me become brave enough to do that.

[@Inge508]

52k 🎉🎉🎉congratulations Dan❤

[@PainFreeYou]

Haha - I knew you would notice. Thank you my friend.

[@Inge508]

Your channel is the only thing that doesn’t slow down ! You so deserve it🤩💥💥💥

[@PainFreeYou]

@@Inge508 Awww - thanks Inge.

[@michelefinizio6520]

😊 thank you Dan my symptoms were being minimal and it was great up until two days ago I tried these new exercises now my back is stiff and hurting again it can be frustrating I have to remain calm I know that this is an opportunity to teach the brain I'm safe even if I did overdo it have compassion on myself and let it heal

[@PainFreeYou]

You didn't overdo it. The brain saw you doing something new and is turning on the pain as a warning. You did not damage yourself.

[@michelefinizio6520]

@PainFreeYou thank you I love your encouragement

[@Jagrt2000]

Thank you! I needed this today! Love and Blessings ❤🙏🙏🙏

[@CruisingWithElena]

Great vid

[@cindygaudet1390]

Thanks Dan, I really agree with the slow speaking,when nervous I know my rate ramps up. However, I really appreciate your slower calmer speed and voice. Even on regular you tubes I watch (crafting ones) I will think nope not subscribing cos they are so hyper or talk too fast and loud,or if I do subscribe I will think nope not watching today,don’t want that ‘noise’ going on. Fell at my daughter’s and messes my already torn bicep and am working through okay did I use my arm in a way to cause this extra pain or is it tms just warning me. Thanks..

[@safeor24]

So true ..

[@ShibbysVideos]

Thanks, Dan! ♥️✨

[@amantinbajrami8752]

Hi Dan , could you possibly make a video on cardiophobia and the symptoms it can cause much love❤️

[@AuroraDushku]

Ready for your success story♥️

[@wendycopeland5147]

Thank you so much ❤

[@normavalenzuela1531]

Thank you! Keep doing what you do ! Super on point always!

[@dinasvoice]

Thats really true, i have almost every character traits you described, very interesting. I speak soooo fast and think even faster

[@PainFreeYou]

S L O W D O W N.

[@johnwest1999]

Perfect video for me today! Thanks, Dan

[@PainFreeYou]

You are welcome John.

[@AJL1720]

Thanks Dan! I needed this today!

[@PainFreeYou]

Any time!

[@adamlicciardi9686]

❤

[@pattyboucetta1897]

Hey Dan. How many success stories do you have so far? Just curious

[@PainFreeYou]

97. PainFreeYouSuccess.com - for the full playlist of successes.

[@1STBUCKLEY]

If I click on anything and the voice isn't calm, that's me gone. Can't believe how many relaxation videos are narrated by folk who are a 100mph

[@kateking3953]

Try Thich Nhat Hahn Calm Ease meditation. Hardly any talking, long enough to put the nervous system into a state of rest and ease.

[@BettyKlein-Horsman]

Getting better from chronic dizziness, but I want to read my first dr Sarno book… which one would you recommend as a first read? You’re the best Dan!

[@PainFreeYou]

I like The Mindbody Prescription. But it may confuse things as it speaks a lot about repressed emotions and often sends people on a search for them. DansFastStart.com

[@SarahLabbett]

Hi dan if i take your course can i talk with you personally?

[@PainFreeYou]

My group coaching includes the course and 16 sessions a month on Zoom where you will have direct access to me and ask questions and get coached. PainFreeYouGroup.com for more info and to sign up.

[@1STBUCKLEY]

Literally zero sleep last night and I'm wired and tired. Everything is aching, standing is an issue. This in top of chronic fatigue has put me in bed lol. Having a rest day. Up and down out of my bed. Showered, made breakfast etc PDP hovering.

[@richardcerniglia8417]

Remember it's all fear and doubt. I was there earlier in the year, now about 80% of my best. Stay strong, you can do it!

[@KH-hr5xm]

Just a gentle suggestion made out of love 💕 I know you've been following Dan for a while, but on almost every video, you are talking about symptoms you're experiencing. I know it feels like an impossible feat at times, but ceasing talking about symptoms, and sharing one small win every day is really a massive part of what brings healing. All the best to you! ❤️

[@Lesli_Skye]

This was me yesterday

[@j.f.6316]

Dan, in your opinion, is high blood pressure tms, too?

[@PainFreeYou]

There can be many reasons for high blood pressure. But STRESS and perceived danger (fear) is one of them. (TMS)

[@j.f.6316]

@PainFreeYou That is me then.. ;-) Thanks, Dan!

[@kateking3953]

But also do get checked out with your physician. As Dan says there can be many reasons. Make sure you're not in a red zone with your blood pressure, and then you can proceed with your TMS work.

[@MademoiselleScrapbook]

Okay, but what if you’ve had constant severe headaches for three weeks and counting, you barely sleep because of it and all the meditation and trying to stay calm tricks don’t work. I’m about to explode and I feel so much tension because of the pain. How on earth does one stay calm and sane?

[@dee4844mz]

You go do the assessment, remind yourself this is your brain overreacting and a temporary state. You say positive statements aloud and watch a few videos of Dan.

[@kateking3953]

Just a suggestion, stop trying to stop the headaches. Take whatever medication you need to take that makes it easier, drink plenty of warm water because this will help your body and help your nervous system, lie quietly and listen to a book you like on audio or a podcast about something that interests you. Give yourself a break and don't do anything like meditation or talking to your brain or anything else. Just rest quietly and focus on the story or the podcast. It creates tension trying to get it to stop. Don't try. I don't get pain, but I get scintillating scotoma, flashing zigzags that impede my vision, ie non-headache migraine, and if I lie quietly, drink some warm water and listen to something to take my mind off it, it will go in about half an hour. If I get anxious about it the flashing lights and zigzags are always worse.

[@PainFreeYou]

My fast start playlist explains what is going on and what to do about it. DansFastStart.com

[@eviemorgs]

Check out Alan Gordon’s book The Way Out or he has loads of free content on here and Instagram re his pain reprocessing therapy and somatic tracking (like Dan he also talks a lot about the importance of outcome independence)

[@captainbalding2288]

Hey Dan, confused about one thing. If we have an unstable pelvis (glutes, abs not firing, hypertonic pelvic floor), wouldn’t that be sending danger signals to the brain and the brain would be unsafe. As you mentioned it’s all about brain safety. Then the pelvic floor being hypertonic at the same time is holding a ton of emotions repressed. So would it be a combination of relax the pelvic floor by strengthening the core so the brain feels safe, and then you can feel those emotions as well. I’ve done a ton of emotional work and have no fear of the injury, but I still can’t get the pelvic floor to release for good so I’m thinking core exercises might be needed to bring safety to the brain and stable pelvis. Does this make sense?

[@bchristopher2270]

Adding exercises sends a message to the brain that your pelvic floor is damaged and your body is broken. If you’re here… you’ve determined it’s TMS which means it’s the brain creating the pain using the region as a pain point. My brain uses the stomach… and a few other things. As counterintuitive as it is… completely disengaging with the physical is how the brain decides it is safe. Remember… the body can easily fix all of this without our help if we get out of the way. All of my healing has occurred when I stopped thinking about how to fix it.

[@captainbalding2288]

@ I get that, but wouldn’t the pelvic floor having to be tense because the glutes aren’t firing also send a message to the brain that the body isn’t stable and it needs to be contracted?

[@captainbalding2288]

@ I would also add my pain isn’t in my pelvic floor so I’m not trying to fix anything there. It’s in my back. I just think as my pelvic floor releases my emotions come out, and if my repressed emotions come out my brain is safe

[@PainFreeYou]

We teach the brain safety and the brain handles all the body. Fixing a tight pelvic floor doesn't need to be done. The brain is creating the tension. Working on the body delays recovery. And it's not JUST about emotions. It's about danger of many kinds. This video explains: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4OqhYGio76HgJY This simplifies the process. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGScg2CfoqiEpdE

[@captainbalding2288]

@@PainFreeYouthanks Dan - so once the brain is calm and I’m living a peaceful life, the tightness and tension will dissipate on its own?

[@bethhenderson9154]

You better talk about calmness with what trump is doing to our world!!!!!!

[@KH-hr5xm]

Lol

[@Lenneke8422-b3t]

😂

[@cgdombrow]

I pretty much stopped watching the news, they have been obsessed with him for years, I don’t even want to see or hear him, it’s the same old hateful bs

[@bethhenderson9154]

@cgdombrow you & me BOTH!!!!

[@PainFreeYou]

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