81. Pain & Illness

What truth are you refusing to admit because you’re afraid of what it will mean? Maybe you know you want a different role at work, you’re questioning whether something in your relationship is working, or you keep saying yes to things you secretly do not want to do. In this episod ...  Show more

Have you ever tried to convince yourself you shouldn’t be upset, while still feeling completely resentful underneath? This week, I answer a Coaching Hotline question from a listener who feels frustrated that people attend her events less often than she attends theirs. I explore w ...  Show more

Physical pain can be debilitating. Today, Kessonga breaks down different degrees of pain, and how mindfulness can help us feel better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 

Discover four things you can try to manage your mind around your physical pain. Now, I don't expect you'll be able to implement all of them to your specific situation, and there's a chance you might not be able to do any of them. And that's okay because I'm also showing you ho ...

Pain and suffering aren't the same. You can ease suffering by gently peeling back layers of worry, regret, complaint, and unhelpful story-telling to get to the pain inside.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.Subscribe to the newsletter for regular upd ...  Show more

Living with chronic pain affects both body and mind, but there are ways to regain control and resilience. In this episode, Monica explores evidence-based strategies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, and relaxation techniques to help you cope. Learn how to ...  Show more