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Let’s Live Now

Dr. Rachel Hollander’s blog on mindful living

for recovery from chronic pain & neuroplastic disorders

and for ongoing wellness of mind, body & spirit

Post #6: Journaling for Wisdom to Self-Heal Chronic Pain & Other Neuroplastic Symptoms
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Post #6: Journaling for Wisdom to Self-Heal Chronic Pain & Other Neuroplastic Symptoms

Journaling is a useful way to delve into your subconscious mind. The conscious mind is the forefront of our superficial thoughts and emotions, while the subconscious mind stores deeper memories and emotions that may manifest as neuroplastic bodily symptoms. Wisdom comes from introspection. As Yoda says: “You must unlearn what you have learned…Do or do not. There is no try.” Provides 8 barriers to journaling plus solutions to get started, 10 types of journaling prompts, and 4 final pieces of sage advice.

By Rachel Hollander, MD, MPH

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Post #1: Mindful Courage
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Post #1: Mindful Courage

Mindfulness means being fully present in the now.  Yet it does not disregard the past or future.  Be mindful and courageous in confronting your past experiences and in guiding your future to free yourself from chronic pain and neuroplastic symptoms.

by Rachel Hollander, MD, MPH

6 min read

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