Your Body Is Not a Broken Machine: The Science of Pain and Healing

[@TaroIwamoto]

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[@irissands6063]

that was amazingly interesting, thank you...✌️💪

[@TaroIwamoto]

@@irissands6063 My pleasure!

[@jimkovacs7]

@@TaroIwamoto The link doesn't open, at least on my phone. Will try on the PC later...

[@TaroIwamoto]

@@jimkovacs7 I apologize for the invalid link. I just fixed the link, so it should work now.

[@jimkovacs7]

@@TaroIwamoto enrolled, bro !!

[@TaroIwamoto]

The video quality may not be perfect, but the information shared is truly valuable. You’ll learn why pain is a protective signal, not necessarily a sign of damage, and practical steps to start healing, feeling better, and moving better.

[@ProcessingPain]

It was such a pleasure to chat with Taro and get wisdom from his experience as a practitioner!

[@TaroIwamoto]

@@ProcessingPain Likewise! Looking forward to having more discussion around the topic of science of pain and movement.

[@margaritahead7928]

What an incredible way to start my new year with figuring out pain. I woke up and couldn’t move my left knee without pain. Your exercise in this video gave me instant relief to my knee Discomfort. Happy New Year .🎉 thank you

[@moonflower5407]

Thank you 🙏

[@TaroIwamoto]

My pleasure! Hope you enjoyed it!

[@frenykhory5158]

Great information as always, Taro. Thank you

[@TaroIwamoto]

@@frenykhory5158 my pleasure!

[@ldtzone]

The information in thus video is brilliant. I dont care what 'method' it is derived from, it works! I also use meditation from Stanford University that includes binaural beats as I continue to retrain my mind and body out of long term chronic pain. Thank you for posting this video, your knowledge, after many years of study in different areas, is greatly appreciated. 🙏😊

[@TaroIwamoto]

Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your own approach to healing! It’s inspiring to hear how you’re combining different tools, like meditation and binaural beats, to retrain your mind and body. Chronic pain can feel like such a complex puzzle, and it’s amazing to see how dedicated you are to finding what works for you. I’m glad the video resonated with you, and I truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback. Wishing you continued success on your journey!

[@ldtzone]

@TaroIwamoto thank you for your kind and supportive words. I believe healing comes from multiple sources and can be different for everyone. I know my body better than anyone and by being open to learning, flexible in trying new ideas, and compassionate with my mind 'patter', I heal my body and my spirit.

[@TaroIwamoto]

@@ldtzone Thank you:)

[@marianapietraru9675]

Can you please share the link to the meditation? Thank you.

[@TaroIwamoto]

@@marianapietraru9675 what meditation are you referring to? I am not a meditation teacher, but I consider movement practice meditation practice.

[@missbearlockholmes]

This is an interesting perspective. It helps to explain why patients that I work with often have pain that goes above and beyond the level of damage that I see in their bodies. They often have a history of traima, and/or a worldview with high threat perception. Let me finish the video...

[@TaroIwamoto]

Thank you for sharing your perspective-it’s fascinating how your observations align with the ideas we discussed in the video. Trauma and heightened threat perception can definitely amplify pain, and it’s a critical area to address in helping patients find relief. I’d love to hear your thoughts after finishing the video and how this perspective might connect with your work. It’s always inspiring to learn how others are approaching pain and healing!

[@theoneandonlypinkypinky8245]

read a book called back in control by dr david Hanscom

[@itsgettingold]

I understand the original poster's response as mine was similar at the beginning. The researcher's recountings of evolutionary biology as simple facts most certainly are not subscribed to by all - I'm a biologist and don't give credence to his view because there is a profound lack of evidence to substantiate it. The rest of the video, however was very interesting and useful. Were I the video producer I might edit out the evolutionary bio bit at the start. Info presentation as factual when it cannot be substantiated with sound evidence is not a good thing. I liked Taro's measured reply to the post - that was a good thing.

[@1dayfree]

How refreshing! Fantastic comment from someone who has overcome the brainwashing. When did you reach this understanding? It must be very frustrating though as all reasoning from these educated experts starts with evolution. It taints everything, like poison for the consciousness.

[@TaroIwamoto]

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts! I appreciate your perspective as a biologist and your honest feedback about the evolutionary biology segment. Max's insights are based on his interpretation of the science, and I understand that not all viewers may align with his view. Your point about presenting information as factual is well-taken, and I’ll keep it in mind for future content. I’m glad you found the rest of the video interesting and useful-my goal is always to create content that sparks curiosity and provides value. Thank you again for watching and engaging with the discussion!

[@ProcessingPain]

Hi @itsgettingold - I would love to hear what you suggest as the mechanism by which pain did evolve. The account in this video is heavily borrowed from the neuroscientist Peter Sterling’s account as he describes in “Principles of Neural Design”. The later evolution of feelings is part of Antony Damasio’s proposal. While it’s not entirely consensus, I have yet to hear of a better account and would love your insight. In either case, thank you for sharing your feedback - it is good to be clear about the sources for claims.

[@joelillian5525]

This is not Feldenkrais. Who are you kidding?

[@TaroIwamoto]

Thank you for sharing your perspective. My work draws on years of experience with the Feldenkrais Method and integrates it with my personal approach to help people connect with their bodies in a way that resonates with them. While my teaching style may not align with traditional interpretations for everyone, my focus remains on empowering people to find relief and rediscover the joy of movement. I welcome constructive discussions and invite you to share your thoughts respectfully so we can continue to learn from one another.

[@jimkovacs7]

​@@TaroIwamotogreat job, Growing from an established platform is Evolution !! Love your work and answer

[@jimkovacs7]

That was not very kind. Taro is sharing great concepts starting from a known platform. Also called Progress...😊

[@TaroIwamoto]

@@jimkovacs7 Thank you for your kind words :)

[@joelillian5525]

@@jimkovacs7 The truth hurts.