In today’s episode of the Amplify Your Wellness Podcast with TLC,
guest Elizabeth Kipp joins us to share about her journey from chronic pain to inner peace. Elizabeth brings a unique perspective as someone who suffered from chronic pain for 40 years before finding a solution. We delve into the definition of chronic pain and its various forms, as well as the impact it has on our mindset and stress response. Elizabeth shares her personal journey and the practices that helped her overcome chronic pain.
We explore the interconnectedness of
breath, heart, and mind and the role of self-regulation in managing stress and making better decisions. We also discuss the science behind pain and the importance of finding non-pharmaceutical methods for pain management. So join us as we dive deep into chronic pain and stress management and discover empowering strategies to live a life free from pain and stress.
Key topics and bullet points include:
Understanding chronic pain and its various forms
The definition of chronic pain
How the brain perceives all types of pain
Mindset and stuck stress response associated with chronic pain
Impact of chronic pain on brain fog
Importance of breathing exercises for stress management
Practicing breathing exercises daily
Specific breathing techniques such as long inhales and slightly shorter exhales
The necessity of daily practice for successful and accessible breathing exercises –
Role of the nervous system in managing stress
Hierarchy of the nervous system and its influence on the mind’s understanding
The different states of the nervous system: protecting, agitated, activated, calm
Regulation of the nervous system for accessing the mind
The interconnectedness of breath, heart, and mind
Holding breath and its impact on clear thinking and accessing the prefrontal cortex
Personal experience of making poor decisions
due to being activated and lacking access to the thinking part of the brain
Importance of self-regulation, calming down and breathing for better decision-making
Recommended breath practices for stress reduction
Daily breath practice of at least 3 minutes, preferably 11 minutes
The use of deep breathing and various breath practices
The need for guidance from a good teacher to learn the nuances of breath practice
Rewiring the nervous system through breath practice
Engaging in breath practice as a signal of safety to the body
The default response to stress becomes the breath practice
Building resilience and widening the window of tolerance for stress
Importance of co-regulation in stress management
Connecting with a trusted friend for co-regulation
Seeking help and asking for support in managing stress
Elizabeth’s personal journey with chronic pain and seeking alternatives
A 40-year history of chronic pain
Lack of understanding from most doctors and assumptions of no improvement
Finding Dr. Peter Przekop and his pain management program
Going from chronic pain to no pain within 52 days under Dr. Przekop’s program
Understanding the challenges people face with stress in everyday life
Prevalence of stress in society
Multitasking as a source of stress –
Effective methods, like refocusing, to reduce stress
The myth of multitasking and its impact on stress
The brain’s inability to truly multitask
Difficulty in processing increasing amounts of information and the pace of the world –
The importance of self-care and discernment in information consumption
The body as a source of information and its neglect contributes to stress
The distinction between trauma and stress, with stress being described as frustration and a source of cortisol.
