Interview with chronic pain and anxiety coach Julie O'brienInterview with chronic pain and anxiety coach Julie O'brien
The Shiftshow with Adriana Bucci
Julie O'Brien shares her journey of overcoming chronic pain and anxiety through brain retraining and emotional processing. Her story offers hope and practical advice for those facing similar challenges.
41:43•10 Jun 2020
Finding Hope: Julie O'Brien's Journey Through Pain and Healing
Episode Overview
- Retrain your brain and nervous system to manage chronic pain.
- Look for inconsistencies in symptoms to build belief in recovery.
- Create personal boundaries to support emotional health.
- Practise self-compassion as part of the healing process.
- Explore multiple sources and methods for a personalised healing approach.
“"If there was something really menacing going on inside my body, there's no way I would be able to run."”
How do people find hope in the darkest times? Julie O'Brien, a chronic pain and anxiety coach, joins Adriana Bucci to share her incredible journey of self-healing and empowerment. Battling through years of debilitating pelvic pain, panic attacks, OCD, and agoraphobia, Julie discovered the power of retraining her brain and nervous system. She developed the Mind Body Calm Method, which combines brain strategies, thought work, and emotional processing to help others on their path to recovery.
Julie's story is a rollercoaster of misdiagnoses and medical mishaps that left her feeling lost and desperate. However, her determination led her to explore the mind-body connection, borrowing from the works of John Sarno, Claire Weekes, and pain science expert Lorimer Moseley. Through trial and error, she crafted a personal protocol that ultimately helped her reclaim her life. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone dealing with chronic pain or anxiety.
Julie's candid recounting of her experiences offers hope and practical advice for those navigating similar struggles. From creating boundaries to practising self-compassion, Julie's approach is both relatable and inspiring. Whether you're familiar with the mind-body connection or just beginning your journey, Julie's story is sure to resonate. So, what can you learn from Julie's experience? Her journey reminds us that healing is possible and that sometimes, the most profound changes come from within.
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