Chronic Pain + A Moment of Pleasure

Ep. 128 If you live with chronic pain, you may have convinced yourself that pain is your forever companion. But what if—just for a moment—you woke up and it was gone? In this reflective solo episode, Kelly Marie shares the unforgettable day she experienced zero pain for the first time in years, and how mindfulness helped her not only recognize the moment but fully live in it. Tune in as she unpacks the power of awareness, the role of physical therapy, and what she’s learning about healing from the inside out. 🧘🏽‍♀️ Key Takeaways: Why mindfulness is essential in pain management How one pain-free day sparked hope and reflection The emotional rollercoaster of chronic illness and healing ⏱️ Episode Chapters 00:00 – Living with and managing chronic pain 01:24 – Shoutout to the JazzCast Pros Community 02:41 – When Chronic Pain Becomes Your Normal 05:38 – A Day That Felt Different 06:46 – Mindfulness & Pain: A New Relationship 08:53 – Wait… Is Something Wrong? 10:04 – Sitting in Joy, Not Fear 11:05 – Chronic Pain Doesn’t Cancel Joy 12:26 – Catching the Spiral of What-Ifs 13:42 – Noticing Patterns, Honoring Progress 15:53 – You Are Not Alone 17:35 – Don’t Miss the Moment 18:50 – Final Thoughts & Call to Share Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices