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donnroc
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 Posted - 12/07/2004 : 21:50:49
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holly
USA
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Posted - 12/08/2004 : 05:30:24
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Yes, many of us have more than one. I think as we become more savvy to TMS it tries to double or triple dose us to really through us off!  |
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Dave
USA
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Posted - 12/08/2004 : 08:23:28
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In Sarnos book he mentions that TMS usaully requires only one area to distract us.
Be careful not to take Dr. Sarno's writings too literally. When it comes to the details, I believe he presents an optimistic view rather than a realistic one.
In my experience (as well as many posters on this board) TMS is not as clear cut. It is highly dependent on the individual. For one thing, I believe that the majority of people need far more than a "few weeks" to get significant relief.
I also think it is common to experience multiple TMS symptoms at once. I believe TMS chooses several symptoms and then over time highlights the one the provides the best distraction. This is especially true immediately after the "honeymoon" wears off and the concepts start to sink in. Your brain tries very hard to prevent you from believing the theory; it does not want to give up the strategy that has worked so well for so long. |
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donnroc
USA
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Posted - 12/08/2004 : 10:36:31
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Laura
USA
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Posted - 12/08/2004 : 12:11:46
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Dear Donn,
I posted the same type of question a couple weeks ago. I was reassured too that this is a common thing and that others experience the multiple symptoms. In fact, at this moment I am suffering from neck pain, back pain, TMJ pain, mouth sores, and, every once in awhile, episodes of dizziness. At one point in my life, dizziness was the main thing. Ever since I discovered Sarno, it's taken a back seat to stomach problems (which was the main problem years ago!), and flareups of canker sores. My worst symptom lately is a really sore neck, tight, sore shoulders, and low back pain. I have made two chiropractor appointments and then immediately cancelled both. I'm experiencing problems with my 15 year old daughter, who has been the perfect child up until now and is being influenced negatively by some peers. The peer pressure is causing her to make bad choices, and her bad choices have led me to think my husband and I have failed as parents. The rational part of my brain knows I am a good parent, but maybe somewhere in my subconscious I believe I have messed up. All this is taking a big toll on my health, in particular my neck, jaw, shoulders, and back. You could say I feel the "weight of the world" on my shoulders right now, literally. So, yes, it is possible to have multiple symptoms at once. From what I have read this is a good thing because the TMS is on the run! Good luck to you.
Laura
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tennis tom
USA
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Posted - 12/08/2004 : 12:40:06
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Dear Laura, I'm sure you are an excellent parent. I'm 56, never been (officially) married and never had kids, (probably a contributor to my TMS complex, subconscious societally transmitted pressures to bare off-spring). I have the greatest admiration and respect for those who are keeping the gene pool alive and trying to raise kids in these CRAZY times.
Governmental agencies butting in and telling parents how to raise their kids. I had a mental video yesterday of me being a parent someday, (unlikely but I'm not ruling it out, after all, Strom Thurmond who fathered at 92). I pictured the social workers coming to my door for spanking my children. I told them, "If you think you can do a better job, take them, they're yours!". |
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Irish Jimmy
USA
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Posted - 12/08/2004 : 20:30:01
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Donroc, I've had pain in my feet, knees, low back, upper back, traps, TMJ, elbows, wrists, and not to mention acne. All TMS. I didn't know about TMS, but as soon as I treated one area, either on my own, or going to the Doc, another area would become a problem as soon as the treated area felt better. This is why when I first read about TMS, I was like BINGO!
One thing I did do right, looking back, through those times of pain was marching on. That is why I feel I had so many areas of pain, I constantly needed new distractions(pains). I think my mind knew "OK this one should be good for a few monthes, then we will find another".
So Yes, for some of us multiple spots is the way. By the way, my main areas of pain(distractions) have been narrowed to my traps, and acne, and those too are improving. The most important aspect of TMS for me is "DON'T GIVE UP!" ever. You'll win, You'll improve your quality of life. I have, so have alot of others on this board. GOOD LUCK.
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