The Conscious Mind (CM) is what we use to experience the world. It is also through the CM that we experience physical and emotional pains. Even though pain is experienced by the CM, it is only [...]
We generally have a tendency and desire to choose the path of least resistance in order to achieve our goals. This makes perfect sense — compared to effortless tasks, effortful activities are [...]
Generally speaking, would you say that “most people can be trusted” or that “you can’t be too careful in dealing with people”? Based on the evidence, your answer to that question significantly [...]
In this study, about 1 in 3 Americans, Australians and the British said that they feel aches and pains “very often” or “often” (Canada is for some reason not mentioned). However the prevalence [...]
There are many labels used to describe chronic pain that doesn’t have a clear medical explanation—terms like central sensitization, psychogenic pain, nociplastic pain, and pain system [...]
I fully understand why so many individuals living with chronic spinal pain turn to Pain Clinics—when you’re in pain, any hope of relief is tempting. And honestly, I don’t blame anyone for seeking [...]
Imagine you’re driving and approach an intersection where you’ve encountered a red light. Your brain has learned that red lights mean “stop” because moving forward could lead to danger. [...]
When we think about the emotions tied to chronic pain, the usual suspects come to mind: depression, anxiety, anger, and grief. But there’s one sneaky emotion that doesn’t get enough [...]
Going along with Pain! Reference: Alan Watts Alan Watts, an English philosopher from the ’60s and ’70s, is someone I deeply respect. In this issue of the APTEI Report, I’d like to [...]
Please listen to this MUSIC as you follow along with the lyrics below. This is from PAIN: The Musical that I hope you will one day experience live in theatre. We know full well that we don`t mind [...]
