112 - Dr. Serena Sterling
Dr. Sterling was living in New York during 9/11 and was in the subway while the attacks were taking place.  Hear Dr. Sterling's amazing story of the aftermath impact on her nervous system, PTSD, and ultimately how it took her from a career in publications to a career in helping thousands of people heal from chronic pain and illness.  You can find Dr. Sterling online at: https://drserenasterling...
1hr 16m Feb 26, 2020
1hr 16m
111 - Somatic Tracking 101 w/ Kristy Kuecken
A few months ago I welcomed Kristy Kuecken on the show to talk about Somatic work as well as tell her TMS Recovery Story from Fibromyalgia among other things (Episode 94 if you want to go back and listen).  Kristy is back and she is teaching a class here on Somatic Tracking!  You can find Kristy on the web at: https://www.mindbodemotion.com/ Become a Patron of the Show!  You can support the sho...
1hr 23m Feb 19, 2020
1hr 23m
110 - Tara Smith
I've longed for a killer story with someone who relied on painkillers to function and has conquered that demon - that story is here on the podcast!  Tara joins me to talk about her story; from misery to full activity and beyond. Become a Patron of the Show!  You can support the show with as little as a few dollars per month - show your support and get a shoutout every single week to thousands o...
59m Feb 12, 2020
59m
109 - Angry Rap Music
Believe it or not, Angry Rap Music (or any Angry Music) has a place in TMS and Chronic Pain.  How exactly?  Let's examine for a few minutes.  The primitive, violent, obscene, harsh and brutal lyrics that exists in (some) music most likely will help you feel the feelings that you need to feel. Become a Patron of the Show!  You can support the show with as little as a few dollars per month - show...
14m Feb 05, 2020
14m
108 - Dr. Daniel Ratner
I went back and looked and this is actually only the second time at Male TMS Therapist has ever appeared on the podcast - Dr. Daniel Ratner joins us from Cleveland to dive into his training, methodology, parenthood, Power, among other things. I also open with a short bit about the death of Kobe Bryant. Become a Patron of the Show!  You can support the show with as little as a few dollars per mo...
1hr 28m Jan 29, 2020
1hr 28m
107 - Teresa Walding
Some of my favorite interviews are ones in which a traditional Western Medicine model intersects with MindBody work and how to reconcile that conflict.  Teresa Walding talks how she co-founded Advancing Nurse Coaching and helps prepare current nurses to advance their offering of a more holistic approach.  Teresa also talks about her turning point in healing of Chronic Pain and how one lightbulb...
1hr 7m Jan 22, 2020
1hr 7m
106 - Snowpocalypse AND Liz Wallenstein Stops By
It's Storm Watch in Seattle so this week's solo episode gets some help from Liz Wallenstein, who dropped by to answer a couple of Listener questions.  I also drop an idea for something you can try TONIGHT. Find Liz online at: https://lizwallensteintherapy.com/ Become a Patron of the Show!  You can support the show with as little as a few dollars per month - show your support and get a shoutout ...
21m Jan 15, 2020
21m
105 - Julie Markowitz on Taking Back Your Power
Julie Markowitz is back and we are talking about POWER.  Julie and I run a *tad* longer than normal here at just shy of 1 hour and 20 minutes, but it is entirely worth it.  Additionally, Julie and I have an impromptu therapy session about guilt and the roots of guilt. You can find Julie on the web at: JulieMarkowitzTherapy.com (https://juliemarkowitztherapy.com/) Become a Patron of the Show!  Y...
1hr 18m Jan 08, 2020
1hr 18m
104 - My Rambling and Disjointed Story
A listener request came in a few weeks ago for me to tell my entire story.  I did a similar podcast a couple of years ago but I thought this would be a good refresher as the last episode of 2019. Become a Patron of the Show!  You can support the show with as little as a few dollars per month - show your support and get a shoutout every single week to thousands of people across the world: https:...
38m Dec 31, 2019
38m
103 - IDGAF
A Special Holiday Edition of the Podcast.  I go on a Mini-Rant about Chiropractors (again) and am also joined by Dr. Mike Murray and "The Pain PT" Jim Prussack. You can find Dr. Mike Murray online at https://drmikemurray.com/ You can find Jim online at: ThePainPT.com (http://www.thepainpt.com/) Become a Patron of the Show!  You can support the show with as little as a few dollars per month - sh...
20m Dec 24, 2019
20m
102 - Dr. Jennifer Huggins
You're in for a treat this week!  Dr. Huggins has an extremely diverse background along with a multitude of tools in her toolbox to help her clients combat and cure their own chronic pain syndromes and illnesses.  We run through Dr. Huggins' training, career, her methodology, and who she is helping now. You can find Dr. Huggins online at http://www.painpsychologistla.com/ Become a Patron of the...
1hr 12m Dec 18, 2019
1hr 12m
101 - “Bryce”
There have been a ton of stories on this podcast of people who have healed, but took a long road to get there (which is fine).  In my quest for some swifter defiance, I came across “Bryce”.  Bryce’s story is awesome and really pushes forward the necessity of denying the symptoms and the logic behind them to get back to your life. Become a Patron of the Show!  You can support the show with as l...
1hr 15m Dec 11, 2019
1hr 15m
100 - Liz Wallenstein
What's better than a Recovery Story?  How about a Recovery Story from a TMS Therapist?  Liz Wallenstein joins me on the show today to talk about her amazing recovery through the "TMS Stuff" as well as how the TMS Recovery Tools helped her recover from something entirely different. Find Liz online at: https://lizwallensteintherapy.com/ Become a Patron of the Show!  You can support the show with ...
1hr 9m Dec 04, 2019
1hr 9m
099 - Where's the Trigger?
Triggers are a part of life.  How much energy should we spend trying to not be triggered? Find Prince Ea on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/thamagicsho2003) Watch "All the Rage, Saved by Sarno" (https://rumur.com/all-the-rage/) Become a Patron of the Show!  You can support the show with as little as a few dollars per month - show your support and get a shoutout every single week to thousa...
18m Nov 27, 2019
18m
098 - Whitney Rydman
Venturing into a slightly different interview format for today's interview - much more on the story behind the pain, the feelings that follow and the changes in life that occur when you've discovered this work.  Whitney Rydman tells a killer story on the podcast today and we are diving deep into the last 3 decades and how she has regained a full life. Find Whitney on Instagram: @PostivelyWhitne...
1hr 4m Nov 20, 2019
1hr 4m
097 - Elaine Jeffy
Elaine Jeffy has overcome her own chronic pain and is helping people all over the world heal their own chronic pains and illnesses.  Elaine joins the podcast today to tell us about her story and her current symptom imperative. You can find Elaine at: https://www.yourkeytohealing.com/ The Link to Elaine's Beautiful Blog: "The Frog Princess" (https://www.yourkeytohealing.com/2019/08/13/the-frog-p...
56m Nov 13, 2019
56m
096 - The Victim
Chronic Pain and Being a Victim are synonymous - but how?  I explore this a bit and why it's a necessary shift that your world will need before you can cut yourself free of your Pain Identity. Become a Patron of the Show!  You can support the show with as little as a few dollars per month - show your support and get a shoutout every single week to thousands of people across the world: https://w...
25m Nov 06, 2019
25m
095 - Dr. David Clarke
Physician, Author and Co-Founder of the Psychophysiologic Disorders Association (PPDA), Dr. David Clarke joins me today on the podcast.  Dr. Clarke might be most known for his book "They Can't Find Anything Wrong," but he has been busy bringing awareness across the globe to TMS/Stress Illness. Find Dr. Clarke online at: http://www.stressillness.com/ Check out the website for the PPDA: https://p...
1hr Oct 30, 2019
1hr
094 - Dickie and Me
With the impending euthanasia of my first dog, Dickie, coming this week, I pay tribute to him.  This is the most raw 20 minutes of audio since the podcast began but grief isn't talked about; men feeling grief isn't talked about; grief about pet deaths isn't talked about; men feeling grief and talking about it isn't talked about.  I figured I'd cover all of those in one tear-falling episode.  If...
24m Oct 23, 2019
24m
093 - Kristy Kuecken
I get a lot of requests to go deeper on Somatic work - Tracking and Experiencing.  Kristy Kuecken first came across Somatic work as a Yoga instructor and she joins me on the podcast to talk about her experience so far, her training and how she is working with people all over the world. You can find Kristy on the web at: https://www.mindbodemotion.com/ Become a Patron of the Show!  You can suppo...
1hr 6m Oct 16, 2019
1hr 6m
092 - Julie Markowitz, LMSW
(This is an all-time favorite of mine!).  Julie Markowitz comes to the podcast today to tell her story of overcoming a variety of chronic issues and how these experiences paved the way to her now helping people all over the world cure their chronic pain, heal their trauma and overcome their eating disorders.  You can find Julie on the web at: JulieMarkowitzTherapy.com (https://juliemarkowitzthe...
1hr 4m Oct 09, 2019
1hr 4m
091 - How to Win Every Argument AND a Visit From Dr. Mike Murray
Today I teach a valuable lesson in how to crush everyone in your life in an argument.  Also, after some debate and discussion in various Facebook groups, Dr. Mike Murray pops on for a couple of minutes to talk about the controversial Atlas part of the vertebrae. You can find Dr. Mike Murray online at https://drmikemurray.com/ Become a Patron of the Show!  You can support the show with as little...
14m Oct 02, 2019
14m
090 - Chana Studley
What if we could detach from thought and become a watcher?  What if we could change our life on this very premise?  Chana Studley is an Author, Coach, Speaker, and has one of the most amazing stories of trauma and healing that has come across this podcast. This Podcast is sponsored by Yabla: Watch, Listen, Learn.  Become Fluent. (http://yabla.com/mind)   Yabla is a Language Learning Software Se...
1hr 19m Sep 25, 2019
1hr 19m
089 - Here's a Prescription for your other Prescription
This episode is almost entirely about anxiety and the ways to which we tend to cope with them.  Our various vices are discussed along with a couple of things you can do right now to challenge those vices. This Podcast is sponsored by Yabla: Watch, Listen, Learn.  Become Fluent. (http://yabla.com/mind)   Yabla is a Language Learning Software Service - available by subscription and accessible via...
18m Sep 18, 2019
18m
088 - Tattoo'd Guys in Tank Tops Talk About Their Feelings w/ Brad Gutting
The title pretty much says it all.  My buddy and fellow Chronic Pain Forum Moderator, Brad Gutting and I, shoot the breeze and answer close to 50 questions from listeners.  It's a jam-packed 90 minutes to get you through mid-week. This Podcast is sponsored by Yabla: Watch, Listen, Learn.  Become Fluent. (http://yabla.com/mind)   Yabla is a Language Learning Software Service - available by subsc...
1hr 33m Sep 11, 2019
1hr 33m
087 - 3 Year Fear (Bonus Show)
A spur of the moment bonus show.  I looked at the calendar this morning and realized that today, September 6th, holds a really important spot in my former life of Chronic Pain.  It's less than 10 minutes and is worth your time.
9m Sep 06, 2019
9m
086 - It Is Really Hard to Get Injured
Today I answer some questions from the Facebook Group and give a mini-rant on the concept of "injuries." This Podcast is sponsored by Yabla: Watch, Listen, Learn.  Become Fluent. (http://yabla.com/mind)   Yabla is a Language Learning Software Service - available by subscription and accessible via desktop as well as the mobile app.  Learn Spanish, French, Italian, Chinese, German or English with...
22m Sep 04, 2019
22m
085 - Dr. Howard Schubiner
The long-anticipated interview is finally here: Dr. Schubiner makes his debut on The Mind and Fitness Podcast.  Dr. Schubiner is the director of the Mind Body Medicine Center at Providence Hospital in Southfield, Michigan and a Clinical Professor at Wayne State University and Michigan State University School of Medicine. He has authored over 60 scientific publications and lectures nationally an...
57m Aug 28, 2019
57m
084 - Shrug
This will seem like review to many of you BUT there are A TON of new listeners of the podcast that will get a ton of value out of this.  I review my own daily practice and why it will calm that Fight or Flight response that you can't seem to turn down. This Podcast is sponsored by Yabla: Watch, Listen, Learn.  Become Fluent (http://www.yabla.com/?a=2108&utm_source=yabla&utm_medium=podcast&utm_c...
21m Aug 21, 2019
21m
083 - Dr. Mike Murray
If you've been listening to this podcast for any length of time, you'll know that I hold some beef with chiropractors - it only seemed natural to bring a chiropractor on the show!  Dr. Mike Murray joins me to discuss how he went from practicing chiropractic to moving away from it entirely and helping cure people all around the world of chronic issues.  This Podcast is sponsored by Yabla: Watch,...
1hr 21m Aug 14, 2019
1hr 21m
082 - Sometimes a Cigar is Just a Cigar
It feels like it's been forever since I did a solo show (really just a couple of weeks), so I thought some Freudian theory would be a good use of today's podcast.  This has always been one of my favorite quotes and I discuss how it relates perfectly once you've acquired knowledge of WHY TMS is happening but also get new pains or "symptoms." Check us out on Patreon: Become a Patron! (https://www...
22m Aug 07, 2019
22m
081 - Adriana Bucci
Please, Get Your Shift Together!  The lovely Adriana Bucci has one of my favorite social media collections (Instagram @LetsGetYourShiftTogether and on Facebook as well as YouTube) and she drops more knowledge bombs about TMS and Chronic Pain than any of the other ones I follow.  Adriana brings her story and recovery to the podcast this week - this is a hell of a 60 minute conversation that shou...
48m Jul 31, 2019
48m
080 - Tough
Today is different - really different.  I hope you enjoy it. Check us out on Patreon by going to: https://www.Patreon.com/TheMindandFitnessPodcast Join the Facebook Group: The Deleters of Pain (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1719825058106068/) Give us a Like on Facebook: The Mind and Fitness Podcast (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1226701704010233/) Link (http://www.thankyoudrsarno.org/kos-th...
25m Jul 24, 2019
25m
079 - Marion Cunningham and Kent Bassett from "This Might Hurt"
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: There is a matching opportunity for anyone who goes to the Indiegogo link below this description and purchases an option.  There are multiple options available that will give you this film as an advanced digital as soon as it is completed (tentative for later this year). "This Might Hurt" is an upcoming film about chronic pain featuring the stories of Dr. Howard Schubiner ...
52m Jul 16, 2019
52m
078 - "The Pain PT" Jim Prussack; Chronic Pain and Athletes
Rarely is there a time where the the "Mind" and "Fitness" part of the podcast intersect - today is THAT day!  "The Pain PT" is back and we're dedicating an entire episode talking about athletes and chronic pain; mythbusting for over an hour is hard work but I think you're going to really enjoy this one. If you're an athlete and you have had an ache, pain or issue that has become chronic, you ow...
1hr 17m Jul 10, 2019
1hr 17m
077 - Roadtrip
Today's a quick show  - under 20 minutes and you'll be on your way.  I recorded this on the road between Arlington and Everett in the beautiful PNW.  I answer a handful of questions from the Facebook Group and talk a bit about what is coming on the pod over the next few weeks.  Join the Facebook Group to participate in the show: The Deleters of Pain (https://www.facebook.com/groups/171982505810...
18m Jul 03, 2019
18m
076 - Kim Guillory
Back with a wonderful recovery story - Kim Guillory endured multiple surgeries, dozens of diagnoses' since she was a pre-teen.  Kim is now a Coach and is spreading her message far and wide.  Hear her story on this powerful episode. You can find Kim online at: KimGuillory.com (https://kimguillory.com/?fbclid=IwAR37BSg6ZpBcDxkMojNtOXwFdC_x1bf8XHGR3E3yXTNylU3vNaOZDlq5hlA) Become a Patron of the Sh...
1hr 8m Jun 26, 2019
1hr 8m
075 - The Stark Reactor
A mish-mash of topics today including Feeling the Feelings, Epidemics, Athletes and Chronic Pain and Band-Aid Fixing Your Chronic Pain. Join the Facebook Group and help participate in show topics: The Deleters of Pain (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1719825058106068/) Like us on Facebook: The Mind and Fitness Podcast (https://www.facebook.com/TheMindandFitnessPodcast/?eid=ARCiuhHPRObcdnx0NSPAX...
27m Jun 19, 2019
27m
074 - Zoey Lindenstein
The Podcast's Youngest Fan joins the show today for a quick 10 minute episode on the heels of her BIG Pre-K Graduation.  Head on over to iTunes/Apple Podcasts and leave a review if you like what you hear, not just on this episode, but the 73 that came before it. Give us a Like on Facebook at: The Mind and Fitness Podcast (https://www.facebook.com/TheMindandFitnessPodcast/)   Check us out on Pat...
10m Jun 12, 2019
10m
073 - Facebook Q and A
This week I tackle some questions and topics from the Facebook Group: The Deleters of Pain.  If you're interested in having topics of your choice discussed by me, please join the group on Facebook! To Join: The Deleters of Pain (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1719825058106068/?source_id=145525559367182) Become a Patron!: Patreon.com/TheMindandFitnessPodcast (http://www.patreon.com/themindandfi...
28m Jun 05, 2019
28m
072 - Heather Freudenthal
In her twenties, Heather had it all — a solid family, a promising career in media, a loving husband, and a beautiful home. Although she had Irritable Bowel Syndrome, she enjoyed food and life without hesitation. But after her father had a traumatic health scare, everything began to unravel. The hunger set in, and soon after, the panic. Suddenly, the seemingly simple task of eating became a madd...
55m May 29, 2019
55m
071 - Listener's Choice
I made a post in the Private Facebook Group "The Mind and Fitness Podcast Deleters of Pain" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1719825058106068/?source_id=145525559367182) and requested some things that people wanted me to talk about on the show.  I addressed those items on today's show; from Journaling, to Collective Consciousness, to Injuries, etc. Over 70% of listeners is listening on an Appl...
21m May 22, 2019
21m
070 - Dan Buglio
Dan Buglio has become quite the prominent figure in the chronic pain community - he has helped heal many and has recently started investing a ton of time in putting out regular video content on specific concepts related to healing for the masses.  After applying the techniques of Sarno for several years without getting rid of pain entirely, Dan shifted a bit and ultimately ended his pain and sy...
1hr 5m May 15, 2019
1hr 5m
069 - Lizard Brain
Where are many missing the mark in eliminating their chronic pain and symptoms?  The phrase "consistency is key" has been around forever, but it holds so true for the intention of ridding yourself of your chronic health issues and being on the top of your game once again.  In today's episode I talk about what's needed to kick this thing and I answer a question from a listener about journaling p...
17m May 08, 2019
17m
068 - Going to the Basement
A hell of a story for the podcast today - how last Thursday through Sunday for me was one of the most intense bouts of symptom-imperative I have ever experienced.  I also talk about Nicole Sachs' OMEGA Retreat with all of the details. If you're listening on an Apple Device, please consider leaving a 5 star written review. Register for Nicole's OMEGA Retreat in New York: Freedom from Chronic P...
19m May 01, 2019
19m
067 - Julia Avery
Julia Avery is a CrossFit Coach who is training athletes in The Cayman Islands.  I originally started following Julia several years ago on a Fitness Collaboration account she had on Instagram.  Julia is now launching on online fitness coaching business.  In this episode we discuss her path from New York City to Grand Cayman as well as what is coming next. Julia and I discuss the nervous system...
1hr 4m Apr 24, 2019
1hr 4m
066 - We Talkin' 'Bout (a daily) Practice
What does Allen Iverson have to do with chronic pain?  Well...  Nothing.  BUT, his iconic press conference when he talked about "Practice" just kept ringing in my head when I was thinking of a title. We learn, we learn and we learn some more.  Then what?  I also go through a brief synopsis of the difference between acute and chronic pain and why once you hit a certain point you are an MD's wor...
27m Apr 17, 2019
27m
065 - Andy Bayliss
Another killer Recovery Story!  I spent over an hour talking to Andy Bayliss from TMSPainRelief.com about his long, long battle with a variety of symptoms.  Andy talks about how he spent over $20,000 to relieve his pain and was not far away from an operating table before being recommended Sarno's books.  Andy has since gone on to coach people out of their own pain. Please head over to Facebook...
1hr 17m Apr 10, 2019
1hr 17m
064 - The Katelyn and Eddy SuperShow!
Finally, Katelyn Michals has come back to The Podcast!  Katelyn is the host of Mind Body Mastery - a weekly podcast dedicated to MindBody Medicine and Healing.  We have been talking about doing a joint-episode for months and it is finally here.  We take on 90 minutes of questions from listeners of both shows and tackle our methodologies on healing, living and moving forward. Please spend 2 min...
1hr 26m Apr 03, 2019
1hr 26m
063 - F*ck Positivity (Sorta)
How's that for a controversial title?  20 Minutes breaking down the walls of piling on the Positivity and why it's not helping you as much as you think.  I also review the physiology behind TMS and Chronic Pain as a refresher. Please consider leaving an iTunes/Apple Podcasts Review! Join our Facebook Group for Q&A Sessions LIVE!: The Deleters of Pain (https://www.facebook.com/groups/171982505...
21m Mar 27, 2019
21m