Rebecca Rengo
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Hope For Chronic Pain Sufferers
As we begin the New Year, those of us who suffer with chronic pain want hope that this year will be better. We want less pain, improved quality of life and the ability to live as “normal” a life as possible. Those of you who care for us, as both professionals and loved ones want that for us ...
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Face Fear
One of the greatest obstacles we all face is fear. Fear of the unknown. Fear of the future, of the present. We doubt if we will be able to cope day in and day out. We doubt our medical care. We doubt ourselves. We live in fear. Fear immobilizes us. Fear does not keep us safe; it keeps us ...
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Ten Tips For Making Better Decisions
Many of us have just never learned how to make good decisions. Maybe you had poor role models growing up; perhaps you are a people pleaser and go for the initial approval without looking at the long-term ramifications. Could it be you have never learned how to function as a separate individual ...
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Look Forward
Always have something you’re looking forward to. Whether it’s a vacation, a weekly phone call with someone special or private time set-aside just for you, make it your job to keep a sparkle in your life. Anticipate something special every day. When it’s sunny outside, I look forward to a few ...
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Using The History Of A Home To Determine Its Feng Shui Needs
What does your checklist look like when you are shopping for a new home for your family? For most of us, a home buying checklist includes a quiet neighborhood, good schools, new appliances… but does your home buying checklist include good feng shui elements? How do you know if a home you ...
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10 Ways To Show Empathy When Listening
We all want to be listened to, to be heard. When we are hurting we want others to understand and be there for us. Unfortunately, many people do not know how to be empathetic or compassionate. They may mean well and don’t show it. Or what seems like a big issue to you does not seem that ...
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Treat Depression
If you are so depressed your sadness is clouding your life, get help. If you are being treated for the physical pain but not the psychological issues, it is not enough. If you are on an anti-depressant talk to the doctor who prescribed it. Sometimes anti-depressants or related medications are ...
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Choose Positive People
Be very particular about who you spend time with. Surround yourself with loving, supportive, positive people. People who are negative, demanding or just plain mean are toxic. They are toxic not only to your physical health, but also to your mental health and to your soul. This is easier than ...
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Accept Your Feelings
Accept whatever feelings you may be having. Do not fight against feelings you do not wish to be experiencing. Observe them as objectively as possible. Think to yourself “I am feeling very angry or disappointed or apathetic” — in time your feelings will change. Be hopeful that the next ...
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Should I Use Traditional Medicine Or Complimentary?
Complimentary medicine is a fairly new term to describe "alte ative" techniques. Many people are now using options from herbs, massage to acupuncture in conjunction with their physician's treatment that it is no longer considered alte ative, because it doesn't replace your doctor's care, but ...
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How To Help Your Elderly Loved One In Pain
You hate to see your loved one hurting. Perhaps you are wondering what you can do to help. Here are some ideas: First, learn everything you can about your loved one's condition(s). Understanding what is causing the pain and what can aggravate it will help you to be more compassionate. Pain is ...
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Tips For A Happy Life
To live in happiness rather than chasing after it, I recommend the following 10ntips. I know this is easy to say and harder to do. I was a single mother with twonchildren and a private practice when I incorporated these tips into my own life. Innow speak to women's groups encouraging other women ...
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Beyondchronicpain.com
currently on coping with chronic health and pain conditions to improve quality of life. In process of changing it to how to transform your life from crisis and challenge
March 27, 2008
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Beyond Chronic Pain
Health education about chronic pain with or without an idetified diagnosis. Information, support and resources on-site.
February 27, 2008
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Beyond Chronic Pain
Information and resources for pain management and pain coaching products and services.
December 26, 2007
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Pain Relief Explained
Information about dealing with chronic pain
December 26, 2007
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Pai ReliefExplained
Informative, inspirational and practical tips on living a quality life with chronic pain.
September 23, 2007