How Taking Bold Action Can Speed Recovery

[@oliviaharmer7300]

was essentially housebound a year ago and would be disabled from 20 minutes of easy recumbent exercise for the day. yesterday- i clocked in 14 thousand steps. walked to and from a cafe with a new friend and explored the city with my brother and still had copious energy to cook myself a great meal when i got home. i had a wonderful day. im so grateful to be enjoying my life. this stuff works

[@deniserouthierledoux8133]

Anxiety and depression weigh us down , mornings are the worse. I took bold action yesterday and managed to go grocery shopping , congratulated myself for doing this.

[@jamesroof6150]

Proud of you. I know how that feels just to be brave enough to go grocery shopping and not be overwhelmed by fear and pain. Bless you🙏❤

[@nancyrussell6598]

YOU'VE DESCRIBED ME EXACTLY. I GO TO TWO GROCERY STORES ONE IS SMALL AND I HAVE GOTTEN USED TO IT AND AM MORE COMFORTABLE THERE THAN IN THE HUGE OTHER ONE. I PRACTICE IN BOTH BUT DON'T DREAD GOING TO THE SMALL ONE ANYMORE SO PRACTICE DOES MAKE A DIFFERENCE

[@josiejo117]

I congratulate you too...I know all that you speak of & the courage it takes...good on you.💗

[@avamiller2325]

🙏🏼❤️

[@wendycopeland5147]

I feel the same as you, mornings are terrible. Well done for doing what you did, be proud of yourself ❤

[@andreaflasher3032]

I actually had to do something that kinda terrified me....driving in rush hour traffic. My husband needed me to pick him up while his car was being serviced and it just so happened his appt was during rush hour. So I had a long chat with myself, said I was only perceiving something horrible would go wrong and that I was a good driver, capable of managing traffic. Of course, it all went well and I was able feel good about myself and relax. I have more confidence now ...... I'm not broken, I just have this scared kid living inside me.

[@Hfwest-n4m]

Love that and your scared kid too! I’m going to use that today! Thank you!

[@andreaflasher3032]

Thanks for reply ❤

[@michelefinizio6520]

😊 way to go

[@andreaflasher3032]

Michele...thanks for reply ❤

[@SusieV59]

@@andreaflasher3032 Thanks for sharing Andrea. Great self talk to encourage yourself. So inspiring. Your confidence is growing. Blessings.🙏

[@mandypansmith7011]

I decided I want to do yoga and I am doing it. I committed by buying the yoga mat and blocks. It was difficult the first few weeks, but I am really enjoying "this bold action". Dan's calm reassurance script on page 128 of his book is helpful as you try new things.

[@anitagrainger429]

Slowly and surely wins the race, I have managed to conquer my fear of showering its having a bath because it triggers a panic attack but I will get there that is my last hurdle, 😊 never thought I would get this far thank you Dan ❤

[@sarahallen9315]

A little breakthrough moment I had thanks to a very cute dog… I was walking in woods the other day and saw a very cute and fluffy small dog stopped, pooping. The poor mite had diarrhea which the owner was valiantly trying to pick up. Apparently she, the dog, had been badly spooked up the trail by some kids throwing bangers on the ground and that why her stomach was upset. The owner pointed out that her tail was down, and normally it’s up and wagging on walks. It struck me… Big reminder that fear causes physical symptoms (upset stomach in her case) and that is NORMAL! All people, and many animals, experience this. Fear/stress causes everything from feeling a bit queasy to heart attacks. The body’s alarm systems are a totally normal function that we don’t usually worry about. All that’s happened to us is those alarm systems have got a bit too enthusiastic. First, they’re over-sensitive, going off in response to normal things that shouldn’t trigger them, but we can retrain them to forget those associations. Secondly, the bells have become set too loud - our symptoms are more colourful than normal. Most importantly, we’re setting them off and keeping them ringing loud with our fear. This reminder that it’s just a normal system that I’ve trained badly but can fix helped with my fear that day. As for the doggo, she was going to be scared till she was out of those woods. But the owner will keep bringing her there, and at first she might be a bit nervous but in time she’ll feel safe there again. Her body will learn that the woods aren’t scary! They just became inadvertently associated with fear. As for me, I spent much of last year housebound with symptoms and, more importantly, fear. Now I’m walking a few miles in those woods every day! I’ve only reclaimed the nice, non-stressful things in life like those walks so far, but I’m a work in progress and enormously grateful for how far I’ve come.

[@robbienichols2712]

Such an accurately described example with real live events which you could observe outside of yourself. Spot on. We can all recover from fear but maybe we haven't YET. Dan is here every day to remind us! Much gratitude to you Dan. 🤩 Thanks Dan

[@robbienichols2712]

You give me hope also. I am not house bound but some how mentally bound. I look forward to a wider view.

[@meganobrien1019]

I absolutely loved reading this comment 🙌🙏❤️🦄 so great !

[@sarahallen9315]

@@robbienichols2712Yes! The dog will get past her fear of those woods, and so will we!

[@MargrietS]

i’ve taking a bolt action and signed myself up for a boxing class Monday next week. Since I did that my right arm is hurting more than it ever did. And at first I didn’t understand, but when I remembered oh yes, I fear that boxing class, yes, my body reacts because my brain is perceiving danger. But I am very looking forward to this boxing class! And at the same time I’m terrified. So I will go there, with my enthusiasm, and also with my fear yes, she can come too, and I will bring some common sense. So I won’t be pushing too hard through all kinds of pain or whatever. Well, I’ll let you know how it went afterwards 😅

[@kalpanajagarlamudi8795]

Best of luck

[@meganobrien1019]

❤🎉

[@annemay3897]

Sounds good ❤

[@safeor24]

I have been doing this & have gotten so much of my life back.. except psychologically I say to myself " I want To do X , I'm going to give it a go & enjoy it as much as I can " . I have often felt anxious beforehand , but then exhilarated afterwards for doing it & overcoming the fear. And have felt really proud of myself & delighted that I have done another thing that I wanted to do to live my full joyous life.. Sometimes I have gotten symptoms, but mostly I haven't. Yesterday , I did a full class of yoga for the first time ( over an hour ) & got symptoms afterwards. I looked after myself , reacted as unbothered as possible and handled it really well.I also said to myself that getting symptoms was evidence that I was moving on with my life & progressing . The sky is the limit with what we can do . I will do yoga again , but I'll do 1/2 an hour & build it up . I have bought the book Dan but haven't gotten around to reading it yet . Looking forward to it- but I have to say , I love your videos . I always glean a gem from each one I listen to , that tends to resonate with me. 🙂😊🙂😊🙂

[@heidi4098]

Your daily videos are such a calming corner stone in my recovery Dan! I am so gratefull for you, your journey and the way you are❤

[@adnan6406]

I am here in thailand and I am doing muay thai. I did already two days in a row. My brain is sending earning signals but I still go in order to show that nothing is wrong. So far Im really liking it!

[@sofiacardenas5607]

Now I have another good reason to pick up my cello and start playing again 🥹. Wishing everyone the best on this journey!❤

[@oliviaharmer7300]

playing cello again has been bold for me as well. best of luck❤️❤️

[@sofiacardenas5607]

@ Best to you too! Here’s to making music and healing this year!

[@stevealexander1703]

Thank You Dan, you mentioned Computer Screens, I'm Slowly teaching that is safe, yes The symptoms increase but I keep teaching it it's ok

[@jeannes.356]

Hi Steve, can I suggest something to you? If you download the free google earth, you can “travel” to most places, while slowly getting used to it, while having fun. When you land on a street, it’s like you’re there. I have dizziness, but not from that, because my brain got very used to it. If you decide to try it and have questions, feel free to ask me. I’ve been to most countries on it and can suggest some cool places!

[@michelefinizio6520]

😊 thank you Dan it's important to do what you're saying and not be afraid to go forward I been back to exercising again strength training yoga in Walking 30 minutes I pushed through the discomfort know when it was okay for me to do this reassuring the brain that it was okay I took a few months what the brain is catching on and easing up I still have some slight tightness but I'm okay with that

[@kitkatwozny]

I can honestly tell you guys as someone who has suffered with bobbing/rocking/floating sensations for 2 years, 24/7 with no change in my pattern for an extra year, doing extreme things such as traveling on planes, skydiving, going on a parasail - even going into a wildfire area recently to check on if someone's house burnt down or not - you can be bold all you want and have no fear, but you can still have physical symptoms. Putting yourself into any type of situation, yes, you can become fearless and bold but that doesn't necessarily mean the physical symptoms will stop. I had to take my specific situation from a realistic perspective when I got to year 2 that mine probably won't go away despite me doing everything "correctly." But I am still living life and just dealing with it every day. I really don't know what to say except that it depends on the person and you have to accept the fact that the physical symptoms may or may not go away.

[@Maybee-hr9xr]

I believe you will get better. Keep searching for the answer. In my humble opinion our symptoms may actually be a deficiency or allergic reaction. However, I'm sure PDS is part of it. The body can take a long time to heal. I'm glad you're keeping on.

[@PainFreeYou]

Understanding the cause of symptoms is the most important step in moving towards recovery. Clarity and being unbothered matters. Watch my fast start playlist to understand: DansFastStart.com Watch success stories: PainFreeYouSuccess.com Consider my book: PainFreeYouBook.com Or my group coaching: PainFreeYouGroup.com Teaching the brain you are not broken is way more important than just living normally. That is part of it, but not a solution by itself.

[@ShirleyMartin-lp2or]

A great practical message Dan. This information holds the key to turn things right around!!!!

[@annemay3897]

I really needed this one. I was planning to do this, taking bold and bigger steps. People around me are doubtful. I feel energized. I know I can do it ❤

[@meganobrien1019]

DAN!! amazing video ❤thankyou !! And what's crazy is, honestly for me this is like a sign from the universe ✨️😉 I made the decision to start up a we casual market stall a few days ago....I'm currently managing working 1-2 half days a week in a vet clinic, but feel like i aren't ready to do more than that and have felt a little plateaud for a while. I am pretty creative with arts n crafts as a hobby , and just kinda decided a few days ago to burrow some money on some stuff to create a market stall just for 1 or two Sundays a month (more as a hobby and way to get out in the world more), nothing crazy for most ppl to do I'm sure but FOR ME (recovering from cfs tms) this is massive to even contimplate trying, let alone fully jump in and commit to, buying stuff and everything 😅 i was excited for a couple days and pretty confident, but that's cos I'm feeling a bit better than usual physically last few days too so confidence is always easier for me to muster then 😅 but the excitement is definitely mixed with anxiety today (old fears of "not being able to manage it" popped up and thinking omg i need to returnthat stuff😅) seeing this encouraging video on this exact topic right at this moment I believe is a sign to trust ive got this ❤😊 thanks Dan, you legend

[@Inge508]

What a brave creative move ❤I imagine you overthere in your market stall ! Wish you lots of beautiful experiences and great healing connections ! Keep going 🎉❤

[@katiesaunders9412]

Ordered your book today - really looking forward to reading it! I’ll take a photo of me with it when it arrives. Thanks so much for all your hard work, you’re a legend! 🙌😎💖

[@Jagrt2000]

Love and Blessings! Have a wonderful day! ❤🙏🙏🙏

[@Maude.Lavoie]

excellent video today! Almost a year that I follow you on facebook and youtube! I am so much better mentally and physically than a year ago! I would be delighted to send you a photo of me proudly holding your book 🤓! I am halfway through the book and it is a real gold mine of information and valuable advice! Each paragraph gives me more confidence!! Thank you so much!!❤🎉

[@seeyouonthefly2024]

Even with MdDS, I went to a Japanese restaurant with my family. As I have said before in the comments, I never took myself out of life. Sure, I have limited it considerably the past 6 years with this condition. The issue is that the symptoms don't seem to get any better. It is like I am stuck regardless of what I do.

[@kylerford5522]

Are you still scared of it? I have five different vertigo/dizziness diagnoses (it’s all just TMS). Yes I had to get back to life, but I also had to be less and less bothered by the symptoms as I did it. It only started to get better when I could be genuinely indifferent to whether it would go away, get better, or get worse.

[@thelaceygirl]

It’s all about fear and attention. It doesn’t matter if you’re living your life. If you’re fearing the symptoms and constantly monitoring them, they have you.

[@nancyrussell6598]

THE FEAR OF THE FUTURE TELLS ME I'M NOT IN THE PRESENT AND ABOUT TO REGRET THE PAST.

[@auggie1790]

That's exactly what I do. 3.5 yr long covid. I even laugh, mock those symptoms. Zero fear. Crank up music and sing, laugh. I just wonder how long it takes to get rid of symptoms without really giving a time frame importance.

[@SusieV59]

'You can conquer almost anything if you will only make up your mind to do so. For remember fear doesn't exist anywhere except in the mind.' Dale Carnegie. 'Action is a great restorer and builder of confidence. Inaction is not only the result, but the cause of fear.' Norman Vincent Peale.

[@Inge508]

Love those quotes ! Thanks Susie ❤🙏👍

[@SusieV59]

@Inge508 I have been reading their books again. I have had them for a long time. I love them. They are so inspiring. They help me get through the challenging days. Have an amazing day Inge. 💛 🙏💞

[@Inge508]

@@SusieV59you too !🥰🙋‍♀️🍀🏡📕

[@andreaflasher3032]

Great quotes. Thanks ! ❤

[@nancyrussell6598]

I KNEW ABOUT D. CARNEGIE BEFORE PASTOR PEALE DECADES AGO BUT IT'S ONLY NOW I REALIZE HOW WISE THEY ARE AND GRATEFUL THEY PUBLISHED THEIR WORK FOR OUR BENEFIT

[@clintsturgill7087]

Good morning and thank you as always. I will see you tomorrow young man.

[@DottieBengo]

Just did my first yoga class in over 2 years and I feel fine! What we resist persists. I like the 'pizza dough' analogy. Gently stretch the dough but not enough to make it snap.

[@mareerobison6162]

Thanks Dan, a timely one for me with a trip coming up next weekend. I’ve been making ‘valid’ excuses as to why I really can’t go. 🙈

[@nancyrussell6598]

THAT OLD ANTICIPATORY FEAR THAT ERUPTS WHEN A FUTURE EVENT IS ON ITS WAY

[@bichu232]

Wow are you on a boat - steady there.

[@Freespirit038]

We might as well do the thing. Love it ❤

[@viviennebrown3255]

Thank you

[@marionvroomans-pennock3305]

Thank you ❤

[@Oldrockrules]

Thanks for your content I really appreciate the time you put into it. I strongly disagree on the just eat principle. For some of us we can’t just eat what we want. We have real sensitivity to these foods that we used to could eat. The goal is to fix the real issue and then eat them. I guarantee you that there are more listening than me that’ll really ruin their time by either becoming debilitated by the food, hospitalized or worse. Now if it’s a perceived sensitivity that’s mental then I’ll agree with you but few people that are highly sensitive or allergic to certain foods aren’t perceiving the issue, we live it day by day and it’s like walking in a minefield.

[@valalolo]

Doing sport and getting a muscle fever, doing higher heart rate, doing all the shouldn'ts we are told by others to not to do and rather do listen to your own body.

[@Samsomani77]

God bless you ❤

[@clivecorner]

Thanks 🙏

[@ilmaavirtaa]

so true

[@SDGCustomLurecraft]

Speaking of food sensitivities… do you put some in a different “legitimate” category in there instance of a blood tests confirming certain foods react to the body? I assume so, as this would be a “structural” issue not PDP (???).

[@mkem2532]

Would you talk about what to do when sickness comes? My daughter and I got influenza A and it’s a very rough flu. It’s been almost two weeks and I’ve heard from a couple older friends that it takes a full three weeks. I’m struggling with symptoms and wondering what’s the flu and what is TMS. Getting sick ups the fear and perceived danger of symptoms. I’m getting much better from fibromyalgia and had been on top of my game before this flu came. Could you address this Dan? Thank you!

[@alcambrola2834]

Has anyone had skin rashes break out? Last week I had a red welt appear out of nowhere on my cheekbone. It's still there. No pain or touchiness. Weird. I've had other TMS stuff in the past. Shifting pains, extreme anxiety. Just ordered the book.

[@kateking3953]

Yes, I totally agree that this is an answer. But.... if you have severe anxiety, for instance, and doing whatever the activity is sparks a big panic attack, telling yourself it's just the brain isn't going to cut it. The effects are going to be so distressing it's going to be hard to make yourself do it again. The easier option is to avoid doing it. I'm not saying that avoidance is a better option, or should be an option at all. But a realistic acceptance of what a severe panic attack involves for someone would be useful too. It's not just a bit of discomfort and a few butterflies in the stomach. Sometimes 'bold' action isn't the answer. Sometimes it has to be slowly slowly for it to be possible at all.

[@AMY-jd7sk]

Yes, I think leading with love and compassion for ourself and our body is important. Not pushing through when it feels wrong. Getting to know the language of our body is key and responding with love ( like the love of a parent - who knows what is best for the child- sometimes it’s a bold move and so it’s not)

[@briechilli4496]

I do think we need to calm or settle ourselves first before the bold can be worked on. baby steps.

[@gracec83]

Honestly make sure you've been to neuro-optometrist and checked for BVD. Dan stuff along with steady coach dr yonit has been helping g me alot but that underlying anxiety was still there most time. Prism glasses for bvd the anxiety feeling inside has stopped, i feel totally calm and confident!

[@ezza1236]

Avoidance makes it 10 times worse. You gotta find a way to face it without flaring it up

[@mindygurnsey6348]

Look up vagus nerve rest. Simple eye movements and even humming can tap into your rest and digest and convey messages of safety. I do this before attempting something I’ve been fearing

[@bonchauvin5744]

I will be bold…shower…you read my mind…..uncanny!

[@UKFirst123]

How important is journaling its the one thing i cant get into .Is it essential to getting better or can you recover without it

[@Mmkocean]

Hi! He has said in past videos that he didn’t journal, but was still able to recover. I think he mentioned it during the recent recovery video with Simona. I have heard him say that in a couple daily videos. It made me feel better.

[@pmaciel44]

Dan, I need help. My biggest problem is anger/rage/anxiety. It’s unbearable. Can this be mind body?

[@Mmkocean]

I don’t know if this will help, but it might be related to repressed fear and sadness from feeling helpless in the past and not having a voice. Gabor Mate, Crappy Childhood Fairy (on KZbin), Polyvagal theory, Nervous system dysregulation. All of Dan’s tips to help your body feel safe are ways to help regulate your nervous system. I know how scary it feels and I’m still going through the journey, but knowing that it’s not your fault and that you have the power to choose is pretty empowering. Best wishes.

[@roddog4386]

What I say whn in hospital and got all the symptoms and can't rest

[@Jay-zq3sy]

Dan when do we increase the duration of the thing we do, for example sitting for 10seconds do I increase it when there no pain for 10 sec or increase it overtime despite the presence of symptoms ?

[@joannerowell4410]

I think only sitting when there is no pain isn't teaching the brain that sitting is safe. Maybe try sitting through some pain calmly telling your brain sitting is safe and not causing any damage. But don't push through if the pain is too intense, as this will increase your fear. Keep giving yourself messages of safety. I've managed to increase how long I can sit from 20 mins to several hours by doing it this way. Hope this helps.

[@sabinacolladio4647]

I have big troubles with rainy and wet days, my neck and head pain always gets worse in those days and I get depressed and very negative due to the constant pain in my muscles and nerves... I follow your tips to keep safe and calm but after 6 years living with fibro can I say something? I'm fucking tired. But I won't give up!

[@1STLUCKYB]

Bold gets you GOLD Possible isn't probable

[@janicemasterson5879]

“I’m not bothered by it”

[@AG-nn8lp]

Literally can't even stand in one place for more than 2 minutes before erythromelalgia in my feet starts. Can't sit for very long either. 6 months of this. Pain is so deep it's jn my tailbone. Can't even take a hot shower because it hurts my feet! I've done all the exposure stuff 😢