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At The Crossroads Of Grief And Pain


Life with chronic pain often leaves you with a deep sense of grief though the loss of limb or the loss of the life you once had, having to relearn as you navigate the world around you while adapting to the changes you are left to deal with often with little to no guidance.

In this episode we’ll delve into the key components of grief as it relates to the chronic pain experience. Join us as we explore the interconnections and commonalities between the two as we offer insights and tools to inspire those who are doing their very best to navigate the crossroads of chronic pain and grief.

For more information on how we can help you address grief brought about by the loss of life you once knew, click here for more information.

You Are A Symphony

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When you get a chronic diagnosis, the positive messaging (and the hope) goes out the window and leaves the warrior feeling unsure of what’s to come.

In this episode, I offer a different perspective on your capabilities and how impressive (and complicated) your body and brain truly are.

Improving Pain And Inflammation With An Elimination Diet

In this episode I am joined by board certified Wellness Coach Jessica Hill Powell to discuss elimination diets. In this conversation we unpack how an elimination diet helps to reduce inflammation which in turn helps to improve the amount of pain you feel. You will learn about foods that trigger inflammation, how to eliminate them and the importance of reintroducing them slowly.

If you would like to learn more about Pain 2 Possibilities or all the amazing things we are doing inside The Change Pain Academy, visit us at https://www.pain2possibilities.com/ or https://pain2possibilities.com/change-pain-academy/

If you are curious as to where you are in the readiness to change pain spectrum and for valuable insight, take our chronic pain quiz at https://www.pain2possibilities.com/chronic-pain-quiz/

Should I Stay Or Should I Go Now?

One of the biggest questions we get inside The Change Pain Academy is when my pain gets worse, how do I know if I should go to the Doctor or if I can work through it at home? It can be really difficult differentiating between pain from an acute injury or pain that comes from the chronic state.

In this episode I give a brief explanation of the questions you can ask yourself to help determine if you stay or if you should go…to see the Doctor (thank you to The Clash for these words).

Shame In The Trauma And Chronic Pain Experience

In this episode I sit down with Kyira Wackett, Therapist and Trauma survivor, to discuss Shame and it’s impact on the lived experience of pain and trauma. This conversation comes from our Willow Tree Trauma And Chronic Pain Summit in 2023.

A Functional Approach To Chronic Pain & Trauma

In this episode I sit down with Naturopath and Functional Medicine practitioner Dr Sarah White about working with chronic pain and unresolved trauma through a functional lens.

At The Crossroad Of Trauma And Chronic Pain

In this episode I am interviewed by the awe inspiring Peggy MacIntyre, recovered cocaine addict and sexual abuse survivor turned advocate inside her ‘Trauma To Triumph – How to Heal the Shame and Heartache of Incest and Sexual Abuse’ summit. In this session we talked about chronic pain, trauma and how the two collide amplifying the chronic pain experience.

An Integrative Approach To Chronic Pain Recovery with Dr Teitelbaum

In this episode I interview Dr. Teitelbaum, the worlds leading integrative specialist on Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia and long haul syndrome. We explore current gaps in our medical model, the four treatable areas of focus on chronic pain and much more.

The Role Of Physiotherapy In Chronic Pain Care

In this episode I speak with Nathan Augeard (Physiotherapist, clinic owner and PhD candidate) about the role Physiotherapy plays in chronic pain care. We explore the power of re-framing fear of movement into something more meaningful, how patient centered care is missing in our current medical model and how physiotherapists (and Nathan’s research) are helping to remedy that… and so much more.

Meet Our Head Pain Coach & Chief Curator

Introducing our

Head Pain Coach and Chief Curator

Hello, I'm Deana Tsiapalis

After the sudden passing of my mother at a young age due to stress combined with many underlying health issues, some of which went completely undetected, I knew that I needed to learn more. After watching my father's health rapidly decline, his overwhelm amplify and his eventual passing only deepened my resolve to help others on their wellness journey.  

While teaching Remedial Pilates I worked many people with a similar story where the overwhelm of chronic pain left the person feeling misunderstood, stigmatized and left to their own devices.  It was time to get to work to create a unique space that is exclusively for the chronic pain community to bridge the gap between physician and the pain warrior with coaching, community and pain education. Exactly the sort of model I wished I could find when my parents needed guidance.

After studying Physical health and education, Fitness & Lifestyle Management, becoming a certified Wellness Coach, a certified Pilates instructor and then learning Pain Education from the amazing Dr.Rachel Zoffness (pain education disruptor) Pain 2 Possibilities and The Change Pain Academy were born!

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