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Episode 39 – Emmy Vadnais, OTR/L shares "Mind-Body Practices for Pain" on 9/10/21. Emmy describes how the mind and body are one – our thoughts and emotions can affect the body, and the body can affect the mind. The stress response, known as the "fight, flight, or freeze" response can create or exacerbate tension and pain in the body. The relaxation response, known as the "rest and digest" response may help reduce pain. She shares five mind-body practices that may lower pain and prevent conditions that may lead to pain, such as: 1. Guided Imagery 2. Yoga 3. Massage and Bodywork 4. Mindfulness 5. Intuitive Development Emmy is the author of "Intuitive Development: How to Trust Your Inner Knowing for Guidance with Relationships, Health, and Spirituality." You can purchase her book directly from her or through Amazon or IngramSpark. https://emmyvadnais.com/book