In my book, "Chronic Pain Hacker", I discuss my journey of physical and mental pain relating to unresolved trauma that resulted in PTSD. Here is a quote, "My story illustrates how trauma was always in the background. I was susceptible to illness due to unresolved psychological factors and stress." It's similar to a computer with multiple windows open that are never closed down properly. #chronicpainhacker This concept was discussed in the book, "The Body Keeps Score" by Bes

In chapter 2 of my book, "Chronic Pain Hacker", I talk about radical acceptance and how to use it to reduce suffering and increase joy in your life. #chronicpainhacker Expectations play a big role in chronic pain management. Unrealistic expectations can lead to anxiety, grief, and depression when the "miracle cure" doesn't come to fruition. Suffering is increased, when expectations are not met. A wise therapist from my Dialectical Behavior Therapy #dbt class gave me this form

Shannon Green started as a facilitator for American Chronic Pain Association (ACPA) chronic pain support groups in Austin, Texas. Due to Covid, we have moved to an online format via monthly zoom calls. We are a community of folks with chronic pain supporting each other. You are not alone. We work on coping skills to more effectively manage our pain. Potential topics are: meditation, movement, breath work, gratitude, emotion regulation, and spirituality, etc. #chronicpainhack

Check out my book, Chronic Pain Hacker, sold on Amazon. This was a labor of love that took me five years to complete due to chronic pain. It was always my dream to write a book. I share tips and tricks for managing chronic pain using holistic approaches. I share my reviews of holistic services like acupuncture, pain relief products, and supplements. #chronicpainhacker #pain #supportgroups #chronicpain