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Home
About
Start learning here!
My Story
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My Book - The Pain Secret
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Work with me
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Pain Recovery Program
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What is TMS?
TMS questionnaire
Acute vs Chronic Pain
Psychosomatic Pain
Fight or Flight response
TMS and Emotional Repression
TMS back pain
The Symptom Imperative
TMS vs Physical Therapy
Pain & Conditioning
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Dr Sarno 12 Daily Reminders
TMS Books
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Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
June 13, 2025

Why People-Pleasing tendencies can cause Chronic Pain or Symptoms

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
June 13, 2025
Why People-Pleasing tendencies can cause Chronic Pain or Symptoms

Did you know that the tendency to people-please can cause harmful physiological responses in your body, which sometimes lead to chronic pain and symptoms? Find out why and how to replace people-pleasing with healthier habits.

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
March 14, 2025

What if Pain isn't the Enemy you think it is?

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
March 14, 2025
What if Pain isn't the Enemy you think it is?

What if there was a way for us to reduce or eliminate chronic pain by changing the meanings that we attach to it? In this post, I explain how letting go of the stories we attach to our pain can bring us closer to healing.

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
January 16, 2025

Anxiety is NOT part of your Personality!

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
January 16, 2025
Anxiety is NOT part of your Personality!

Anxiety is a symptom generated when the brain perceives a threat. In this post, I share 3 strategies to help calm an anxious mind, which can serve as the foundations for healing anxiety and chronic pain.

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Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
December 3, 2024

Have Patience & Forgive Yourself: How to approach Chronic Pain (TMS) Recovery for better results

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
December 3, 2024
Have Patience & Forgive Yourself: How to approach Chronic Pain (TMS) Recovery for better results

Healing from chronic pain is a personal journey that requires focus, patience and self-compassion. Learn how to cultivate these 3 ingredients in order to have a more rewarding and long-lasting recovery.

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
September 4, 2024

What if there is Nothing to Fix?Healing Chronic Pain the ‘mindbody’ way

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
September 4, 2024
What if there is Nothing to Fix?Healing Chronic Pain the ‘mindbody’ way

When pain becomes chronic, there are other elements at play besides physical weaknesses or damage. Learning to identify the true underlying cause of symptoms can make a difference between staying in pain and healing the condition.

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Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
May 6, 2024

The Real Reason Behind Chronic Fatigue & Persistent Pain

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
May 6, 2024
The Real Reason Behind Chronic Fatigue & Persistent Pain

Your negative ruminations and symptom-control strategies have more to do with chronic fatigue, insomnia and pain than you think! Discover my 4-step strategy to get out of the negative spiral of anxiety and chronic symptoms.

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
March 28, 2024

Why does it hurt to move?

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
March 28, 2024
Why does it hurt to move?

If you experience persistent pain with movement or an injury that hasn’t resolved after months of therapy, then you’re probably experiencing conditioned pain. Find out what to do if it hurts to move, in the absence of recent injuries.

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Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
February 28, 2024

What is Nervous System Dysregulation?

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
February 28, 2024
What is Nervous System Dysregulation?

Nervous system dysregulation is at the root of chronic symptoms such as pain, fatigue, hormonal imbalances, palpitations, anxiety and depression. Check out 6 ways to heal a dysregulated nervous system.

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Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
January 11, 2024

The Power of Thoughts over the Physical Body

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
January 11, 2024
The Power of Thoughts over the Physical Body

Find out how your thoughts and beliefs can actually influence your pain levels and determine whether pain becomes chronic or not.

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Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
October 30, 2023

The Number One overlooked reason for sudden back pain or spasms

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
October 30, 2023
The Number One overlooked reason for sudden back pain or spasms

Did your pain or muscle spasm start for no reason? Did you fail to experience the relief you'd hoped for after a couple of months? If yes, you may have anxiety-induced chronic pain. Learn more here!

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
September 11, 2023

What is Somatic Tracking for Chronic Pain?

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
September 11, 2023
What is Somatic Tracking for Chronic Pain?

Somatic tracking is a meditation aimed at reducing or eliminating chronic pain and other symptoms. But does it work? Is it enough if you want to heal? Find out what I think about somatic tracking exercises based on personal and professional experience.

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Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
July 27, 2023

The hidden purpose behind your chronic symptoms

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
July 27, 2023
The hidden purpose behind your chronic symptoms

Ever wondered why you get the chronic symptom or symptoms that you currently get? Why do some people get the more common low back pain, while others experience all sorts of weird and scary symptoms? In this article, I explore the hidden meaning between multiple TMS manifestations.

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
May 29, 2023

Are you playing it too safe?

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
May 29, 2023
Are you playing it too safe?

When we get chronic pain, there is a tendency to overprotect the body and avoid certain activities, movements or exercise. But in the long term, this can make things worse, not better. Find out how to resume physical activity in a way that feels safe and practical.

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
April 26, 2023

Could the inability to say ‘yes’ be the source of your pain?

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
April 26, 2023
Could the inability to say ‘yes’ be the source of your pain?

Did you know that the inability to say yes to what you really want can keep you stuck in frustration, guilt, and even lead to chronic symptoms? Find out why and what you can do about it.

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
March 29, 2023

Redirecting Focus to Rediscover Joy and Reclaim a Pain Free State

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
March 29, 2023
Redirecting Focus to Rediscover Joy and Reclaim a Pain Free State

Is chronic pain keeping you from living the life that you desire? Are you feeling like a victim to situations that you cannot yet change? Find out how I journeyed out of chronic pain by redirecting my day to day focus and reclaiming my sense of joy and empowerment.

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
January 31, 2023

What if you just can't 'take' your pain anymore?

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
January 31, 2023
What if you just can't 'take' your pain anymore?

In this blog, I share 6 steps that will help you release your Resistance to chronic pain or symptoms. By releasing resistance, you stand a better chance at eliminating symptoms altogether.

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Maggie Jonckheere
December 6, 2022

The S Word

Maggie Jonckheere
December 6, 2022
The S Word

This post by Health and Wellness Coach Maggie explains the realities of everyday stress, and shares the highly practical and effective 4 A’s stress management tool that can be employed in times of high stress.

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
October 6, 2022

Thinking Psychological About Chronic Pain: what it means and how to do it

Miriam Gauci Bongiovanni
October 6, 2022
Thinking Psychological About Chronic Pain: what it means and how to do it

Find out why it’s important to look into the psychological root of mindbody pain, and how you can do this effectively to release tension and relieve symptoms.

Michael Sfirse
August 22, 2022

7 Simple Strategies For Dealing With The Psychological Impact Of Chronic Pain

Michael Sfirse
August 22, 2022
7 Simple Strategies For Dealing With The Psychological Impact Of Chronic Pain

This post by EFT Practitioner Michael Sfirse explains how the Pain-Emotion Cycle works and shares 7 simple strategies for breaking it to reduce or even eliminate chronic pain or symptoms.

Tagged: chronic pain and the brain, psychological impact of chronic pain

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