What if the pain you’re feeling isn’t just about injury, but about how your nervous system is responding to stress, fear, and life itself?
In this empowering episode, we sit down with Jen Uschold, a physical therapist with over 34 years of experience, to unpack the science behind pain and healing.
Jen explains why pain doesn’t always mean damage, how "yellow flags" like anxiety and trauma increase nervous system sensitivity, and why leading with compassion—not fear—is the key to long-term relief.
We cover how to use pacing, movement, and goal-setting without triggering a flare, the powerful role of language in recovery, and how you can start using Positive Intelligence tools to better understand your own patterns.
Jen also shares how her approach—rooted in pain science, lifestyle medicine, and compassion—can support thrivers living with fibromyalgia, chronic pain, and other invisible illnesses.
Plus, don’t miss her free Saboteur Assessment that helps you uncover mindset blocks that may be making your pain louder.
Perfect for:
Anyone living with chronic illness or persistent pain
Providers who want to lead with compassion
Thrivers ready to take their healing into their own hands
Share this episode with a fellow spoonie, follow for more expert-led conversations, and leave a comment if this episode shifted your view of pain.
Let’s build your brand together.Jen Uschold
PT CFMT TPS NBC-HWC FPS CPQC
180 Therapy and Wellness
https://180therapyandwellness.com/
iRiseForMe.com
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Care to chat? Grab a time that works for you:https://calendly.com/jen-irise
Licensed Physical Therapist
Certified Functional Manual Therapist
Therapeutic Pain Specialist
National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach
Fellow of Pain Sciences
Certified Lifestyle Medicine Coach
Program Director Lifestyle Medicine
https://evidenceinmotion.com/program/certification-in-lifestyle-medicine/
Certified Positive Intelligence Coach
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