Pain-Care Starts in the Brain: Exploring the Stress Biology Action Plan
Chpt 10 – Stress Biology Action Plan – Intro
Episode Summary
In today's episode, we shift from the Stress Biology Repair Guide to the Stress Biology Action Plan. Before lasting healing can take root, we need more than just strategies — we need the willingness and energy to apply them. But what happens when motivation feels out of reach? Join us as we explore the invisible forces of brain and body chemistry that shape how we feel about self-care, and how small, supportive steps can help you break the cycle of overwhelm, stress, and pain.
Key Topics Covered
Motivation for self-care depends on both mindset and biochemistry
Emotional stress can contribute to physical pain (and vice versa)
How hormones like cortisol, serotonin, and thyroid hormones influence your energy and self-image
The difference between "personality" and fluctuating brain chemistry
The five stress biology influencers you’ll work with in this Action Plan
Why self-forgiveness and persistence are critical tools for healing
How to begin balancing emotional and physical stress while awaiting professional care
Conversation Starter
Have you ever noticed an emotional life change right before a bout of physical pain started — or worsened? How do you think stress and emotional transitions have shaped your body’s pain story?
Preview to Next Episode
Coming up next: We dive into the first hands-on steps of the Stress Biology Action Plan! We’ll explore how to Release and Retrain your nervous system together to lower inflammation and create more control over everyday pain.
Keywords
stress biology action plan, healing motivation, self-care and biochemistry, emotional stress and pain, cortisol and pain, serotonin dopamine balance, stress hormones and healing, chronic pain management, functional medicine pain, nervous system regulation
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From the book series: The Everyday Pain Guide
• Volume 1: Put Out the Fire
• Volume 2: Fix the Fire Damage