Embracing The Pain Amanda Grabb

Welcome back, Friends. I am Amanda Grabb, your chronic illness, pain, and trauma coach, and podcast host. I am thrilled to have you join me for another insightful episode on Embracing The Pain Podcast. 
Today, we're diving deep into the topic of navigating relationships while supporting loved ones with dynamic disabilities. 
In this episode, we'll explore the challenges that arise in relationships due to dynamic disabilities, from fluctuating symptoms and uncertainties to emotional rollercoasters and caregiver fatigue. We'll discuss the impact on social lives, intimacy, and the importance of adjusting expectations. Along the way, we'll share personal stories and real-time examples to bring these challenges to life. 
But it doesn't stop there. We'll also provide strategies and insights to help you navigate these challenges and build strong, healthy, and inclusive relationships. We'll empathize the importance of open and honest communication, the five essential areas for cultivating strong relationships, and ten qualities and behaviors that contribute to nurturing inclusivity and strength in your connections. 
By the end of this episode, you'll gain valuable insights, practical tools, and a deeper understanding of how to support loved ones with dynamic disabilities while fostering strong and inclusive relationships. So, get ready to dive into this enriching discussion and discover new ways to navigate the complexities of dynamic disabilities in relationships. 
Remember, every relationship is unique, and these challenges may manifest differently for each person. However, by fostering empathy, open communication, and implementing the strategies we'll discuss you can create a supportive and loving environment for both you and your loved ones. 
So, join me as we embark on this journey of understanding, compassion, and growth. Let's celebrate Disability Pride Month by promoting inclusivity and strengthening our relationships. Together, we can navigate the challenge of dynamic disabilities and build resilient connections.
Let's get started!!
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Welcome back, friends! In this episode of Embracing The Pain Podcast, your chronic illness, pain and trauma coach and host, Amanda Grabb, delves into a topic that resonates with so many of us on this journey: frustration and defeat with chronic illness and pain.
Amanda understands firsthand the impact these emotions can have on our lives. She recognizes that shifting these valid yet challenging emotions is not always easy, which is why she's dedicated this episode to exploring and addressing them head-on. 
To begin, Amanda provides a clear definition of frustration and defeat in the context of chronic illness and pain. Frustration refers to the feelings of upset, annoyance, or irritation caused by ongoing challenges and limitations associated with our conditions. On the other hand, defeat encompasses the sense of overwhelm, discouragement, and demoralization when faced with persistent symptoms, limited treatment options, or unmet expectations. 
Both frustration and defeat are common emotional experiences on this health journey. Amanda takes a deep dive into the common reasons we experience these emotions, ranging from misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis to social isolation, financial strain, and the chronic nature of our conditions. 
She then explores how feelings of frustration and defeat impact our emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Depression, anxiety, decreased self-esteem, increased pain, and cognitive challenges and just a few of the effects these emotions can have on us. 
But fear not!! Amanda shares ten powerful strategies to cope with frustration and defeat and regain a sense of control and well-being. From acknowledging and validating our emotions to building a support system, practicing self-compassion and self-care, setting realistic expectations, and exploring alternative therapies, Amanda offers practical guidance for finding resilience in the face of these emotions. 
In conclusion, Amanda reminds listeners that they are not alone in their frustrations and defeat. Through shared experiences, support, and personalized coaching, she helps listeners navigate these challenging emotions and promote wellness with chronic illness, pain and trauma. To take the next step on your journey, you are invited to book a free consultation call with Amanda to explore the transformative coaching and resources available through Embracing The Pain Collective Membership. 
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Join Amanda in the next episode as she continues to empower and inspire warriors to embrace their pain, find strength within, and reclaim their lives. Wishing you strength, healing and peace on your journey. 
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Welcome to Season 3, Episode 10 of Embracing The Pain Podcast!!
In this captivating episode, join host Amanda Grabb as she sits down with Fran Garton, a remarkable Pain Reduction Coach, Body Positive Personal Trainer, and Fibromyalgia Warrior. Fran's mission is to empower women who yearn for a pain-free life, offering them invaluable strategies and support. 
Discover the inspiring journey that led Fran to her role as a coach and trainer, driven by her personal experience with Fibromyalgia. As Fran opens up about her own story, she shared profound insights into the relationship between stress, emotions and physical pain. Together with Amanda, they delve into the significance of boundaries and their role in reducing pain and achieving overall wellness. 
But that is not all - Fran's vibrant personality shines through as she reveals her passion for life beyond pain reduction. From spending time with her furry donkeys and kittens to indulging in watercolour painting and cross-stitch addition, Fram knows how to make every moment count. Get ready to be energized by her enthusiasm and contagious zest for a pain-free existence. 
During the episode, Fran mentions her valuable resources to help you on your journey. Discover her free pain-free quiz, as well as stress and overwhelm resources, all available on her website at https://frangartoncoaching.com.
Additionally, explore her four-week self-paced course called Momentum Starter, designed to further support your pursuit of a pain-free life. 
Tune in to Embracing The Pain Podcast Season 3, Episode 10, and join Amanda and Fran as they empower you to embrace a life free from pain, stress, and limitations. Prepare to be inspired and equipped with practical tools to transform your well-being. Don't miss this opportunity to tap into Fran's expertise and ignite your momentum toward a pain-free future. 
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Welcome back to another episode of Embracing The Pain Podcast. In this episode, titled "Sharing your Chronic Illness & Pain with Family," host Amanda Grabb explores the challenges & strategies involved in discussing chronic illness and pain with family members. 
Amanda provides valuable insights into why sharing this deeply personal journey can be difficult, such as fear of judgement, disrupting family dynamics, differing beliefs and attitudes towards illness, stigma, emotional vulnerability, lack of understanding, and past negative experiences. 
She empathasizes the importance of seeking support from understanding individuals, coaches, and support groups to navigate these challenges and build a support system. 
Amanda then guides listeners through practical strategies to prepare themselves emotionally and mentally for having a conversation with family. She encourages self-reflection, seeking support, practicing self-care and compassion, setting boundaries, educating oneself, setting realistic expectations, preparing for various reactions, practicing active listening, and utilizing grounding techniques. 
Amanda introduces the concept of creating a safe word, a predetermined word or phrase that can be used during the conversation when it becomes uncomfortable, overwhelming or triggering. 
Moving forward Amanda assists listeners in creating an outline for the conversation, which includes identifying goals, considering family dynamics, gathering information, choosing an appropriate time and place, planning key points, anticipating relations and planning responses, finalizing boundaries, practicing and establishing a safe word. 
She empathizes with the ongoing nature of emotional and mental preparation, encouraging listeners to be patient with themselves and practice self-compassion. 
In the next segment, Amanda discusses how to open up the conversation with family members in a productive and supportive manner. She suggests using "I" statements, sharing key points, addressing goals, establishing boundaries and utilizing the safe word, providing resources, encouraging questions and active listening, empathizing the importance of support, being patient, allowing processing time, and discussing next steps. 
As the episode concludes, Amanda reminds listeners that this conversation is a journey and it may take time for family members to fully understand and support them. She highlights the importance of staying open, honest, and patient throughout the process and encourages seeking additional support. 
Join Amanda Grabb on this episode of Embracing The Pain episode to gain valuable insights, and practical strategies for sharing your chronic illness and pain with your family. Your experience matters, and by fostering understanding and support within your family, you pave the way for a stronger and more empathetic support system. 
Stay resilient, take care of yourself and continue embracing the pain, one day at a time.
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This week's episode is a special edition with my husband, Alex Grabb joining me on the podcast for the first time. In today's episode we talk a bit about our journey, the ups and downs we both experienced at the beginning of my journey with chronic illness, pain and trauma. 
We share some tools, strategies and ways that Alex supports me with my eight chronic conditions, pain and trauma. 
We answer some questions from my online community & more.
We know how hard it can be to support your loved one with chronic illness, pain and trauma at times. Not knowing what to do or how to help. We hope this episode helps encourage you that it is indeed possible to have a great relationship with your loved ones and partner despite illness, pain and trauma. 
As always please don't hesitate to reach out to me at amanda@embracingthepain.com if you have any questions. 
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In this episode of Embracing The Pain Podcast, we explore the topic of setbacks in the context of chronic illness and pain. We start by understanding what setbacks are and how they can disrupt our progress & well- being. 
Amanda shares six crucial reasons for shifting our perception of setbacks and highlights the importance of psychological well-being, empowerment, motivation, adaptive strategies, improved quality of life, and enhanced relationships and support. 
Next, we delve into the four types of setbacks commonly experienced by those of us with chronic illness and pain. 
Physical setbacks Emotional setbacks Social setbacks  Circumstantial setbacks Understanding these different types of setbacks helps us identify and navigate through the challenges they bring. 
The episode then highlights the negative impacts of a one-step forward, two-steps-back mentality, such as discouragement, diminished motivation, increased stress and anxiety, limited focus on achievements, and hindered solving and coping strategies. 
Acknowledging these impacts sets the stage for the nine steps and strategies shared to help you embrace and reframe setbacks. 
Amanda guides listeners through nine actionable steps you can take to shift their perception of setbacks and build resilience:
Shift your perspective from defeat to one of growth Cultivate a growth mindset Recognize your current mindset and reflect on its impact Embrace the power of "yet" in your thinking Focus on progress, not just the outcome Practice self-compassion Challenge negative self-talk and thoughts  View setbacks as opportunities for growth and learn Stay positive and celebrate your progress.  The episode concludes by emphasizing that setbacks are a natural part of the chronic illness and chronic pain journey. It's important to avoid self-blame and recognize that setbacks don't define the entire journey. 
By adopting a growth mindset, practicing self-compassion and reframing setbacks as learning opportunities, you can navigate setbacks with resilience and continue your journey toward improved health and well-being. 
Amanda also invites you to join Embracing The Pain Collective, a membership community that offers a safe and judgment-free space for those with chronic illness and pain.
Embracing The Pain community provides additional resources, support, and monthly group coaching calls to help members with various topics. In the month of June, helping members embrace and reframe setbacks effectively. 
Join us in the empowering episode as we explore the transformative potential of shifting our mindset towards setbacks and cultivating resilience in the face of chronic illness and pain.
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