Ep 224: The ways we disconnect and the impact on pain

SelfKind with Erica Webb

Pain, discomfort, tension - it sucks, really, doesn't it? And so it makes sense that one fo the strategies we use to manage it is to disconnect from the bits of our body that hurt (or that we feel let us down).
We disconnect in a number of ways - through language, distraction and blame/shame to name a few. But what happens when these strategies actually amplify the pain and discomfort we're trying to escape?
Join me for this episode of SelfKind as I (Erica) share why these strategies don't really work, and what you can try instead.
Mentioned in this episode:
Ease: Somatic Exercise for a Weary Body - free 90 minute workshop on 3rd October 2023. Sign up here: https://www.ericawebb.com.au/free-workshop

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Capitole

1. Reconnecting With Our Bodies (00:00:00)

2. Reconnecting and Showing Self-Compassion (00:12:29)