The Power of Fear
Lately I have been going through some extremely painful times with my neck and low back. They have really effected my whole life. I remember talking with someone who was experiencing similar pain and they shared how their pain scared them. I think I know how she felt because the pain I am having is severe enough to interfere with my life at all levels and I find myself getting very concerned about it. I am scheduled for an MRI later this week and I hope the results are definitive so I know what I am dealing with, but not serious enough to interfere with my work or family life any more than it already has.
Fear is a powerful thing. It can cripple you if you let it. At one point I found myself feeling overwhelmed at times when the pain is at its worst and I realized I needed to stop and take a look at everything that is going on. The way a person feels emotionally effects the way they feel physically. I may need to make some changes in my life. I may need to cut back on the things I am doing and the projects I am involved in. I may need to simplify my life where I can.
I found that taking the time to write down my concerns on a pad of paper actually helped me. I guess seeing the list rather than just thinking about things over and over helped me to get a better handle on the reality of the situation. Writing things down also helped me to begin to move in the direction of regaining some control over the situation. Knowing what needs to be done is the first step in getting organized so it can be done. Even if the most important thing is for me to start feeling better, then I have to take the time and do what I need to do to accomplish this. And if this means cutting back in some areas of my life, then that is what I will need to do.
Perhaps you may find yourself in a similar situation. Maybe writing down the "necessary to do" and those "would be nice to do but really can wait" lists will help you get organized and feel a little more in control and less fearful or concerned about your circumstances. It's a step in a positive direction anyway and I hope this will lead to less pain and more comfort.
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Fear is a powerful thing. It can cripple you if you let it. At one point I found myself feeling overwhelmed at times when the pain is at its worst and I realized I needed to stop and take a look at everything that is going on. The way a person feels emotionally effects the way they feel physically. I may need to make some changes in my life. I may need to cut back on the things I am doing and the projects I am involved in. I may need to simplify my life where I can.
I found that taking the time to write down my concerns on a pad of paper actually helped me. I guess seeing the list rather than just thinking about things over and over helped me to get a better handle on the reality of the situation. Writing things down also helped me to begin to move in the direction of regaining some control over the situation. Knowing what needs to be done is the first step in getting organized so it can be done. Even if the most important thing is for me to start feeling better, then I have to take the time and do what I need to do to accomplish this. And if this means cutting back in some areas of my life, then that is what I will need to do.
Perhaps you may find yourself in a similar situation. Maybe writing down the "necessary to do" and those "would be nice to do but really can wait" lists will help you get organized and feel a little more in control and less fearful or concerned about your circumstances. It's a step in a positive direction anyway and I hope this will lead to less pain and more comfort.
Related Topics: Technorati Tags: chronic pain, fear, stress, health and wellness
1 Comments:
Please consider hypnosis for eliminating the fear factor in your life!! The results are remarkable. Contact the National Guild of Hypnotists for a referral.
The best treatment for pain and migraines is chiropractic to get to the bottom of the cause and acupuncture to promote healing.
Even acupuncture alone can promote awesome relults and relief
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