Emotions: Do They Matter Anyway?

This episode of the PRT podcast, hosted by John Gasienica, focuses on identifying and addressing hidden emotions that hinder recovery from chronic conditions. Special guest Christie Uipi, an expert clinician and founder of the Better Mind Center, joins John to discuss the importance of emotional awareness in pain reprocessing therapy. The episode features a live session with Ben, a patient who experiences a significant breakthrough in his recovery journey. Listeners will learn about the impact of stress, fear, and self-criticism on chronic pain and explore effective tools to foster emotional healing and achieve sustainable relief.

00:00 Introduction to the PRT Podcast

01:41 Meet the Expert: Christie Uipi

02:40 Christie's Journey and Innovations

03:56 Understanding Pain and Emotions

05:43 Client Session: Ben's Story

10:29 Exploring Stress and Pain Connection

17:17 Emotional Processing Techniques

25:29 Inner Nurturing

28:15 Messages of Safety

29:04 The Complexity of Safety

34:43 The Role of Self-Criticism

36:18 Somatic Tracking and Self-Compassion

43:43 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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