Are you experiencing chronic pain that seems to come and go, leaving you puzzled and frustrated? Dr. John Sarno, a pioneer in mind-body medicine, offers a powerful insight in his first reminder about pain:
“The pain is due to Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), not a structural abnormality.”
What does this mean? If your pain isn’t constant—if it shows up after a stressful day, during emotionally intense times, or when life feels overwhelming—there’s a good chance it’s psychological, not physical.
Structural abnormalities (like injuries or physical damage) typically cause pain that persists until they’re addressed or repaired. But psychological pain, driven by the mind, fluctuates based on your mental and emotional state. When you’re stressed, overwhelmed, or processing unresolved emotions, your brain may amplify the pain as a way to distract you from these deeper feelings.
Understanding this connection is a key step in healing. It empowers you to shift your focus from physical fixes to addressing the root cause—your stress and emotions.
Remember, your pain is real, but its source may be psychological rather than structural. By recognizing this, you open the door to new possibilities for relief and recovery.
P.S. Stay tuned for more reminders from Dr. Sarno’s groundbreaking approach to pain. Healing starts with awareness, and you’re not alone on this journey!
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