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Now you’re speaking my language! I’ve given up on ideas of meditation but I like what you just said. Maybe the only way to convince my brain to give out a shot is to stop referring to it as meditation as what it means to most people, and make it my own but understanding the science. Thank you!!

I like the idea of “body scan” as long as I don’t start getting upset with myself for being in pain everywhere. I have to say, as much as I hate admitting it, Lyrica has given me a flexibility and less aching (allowing me to enjoy walks and stretching more) I haven’t had in a while. Not sure...

This is very encouraging as walking is the only thing that I found helps me feel better, other than hot showers and baths. I have to give “making things” a try. I know when I do crafts with kids I am in a happy zone, although the end result isn’t always something to be proud of 😊 Been thinking...

Sounds like a beautiful day! I would recommend writing down three happy things every day. It’s fun to revisit them, especially on not-so-good days.

Will definitely look into it. I think my major hurdle is accepting the thought that meditation is a real thing. Working on it!

Sounds like, by trial and error, you found out what works best for you. I’ve always been jealous of people who tell me they can meditate and it makes such an amazing impact on their lives. Sounds like an easy fix I wouldn’t mind having 😊 I’m going to look into autogenic training as I’m intrigued...

Interesting. I tried meditation several times and every time I get disappointed. Mainly because as soon as I’m asked to relax and not think about anything and concentrate on my breathing and blah blah, all my attention diverts into feeling the muscle pain. As if all the distractions I’m asked to...

I took some notes and screenshots of their posters but unfortunately it wasn’t geared for FM patients but for medical staff. I was attending it because I am in the field. I was surprised to see the theme of medical doctors not jumping their gun with relying on meds and actually think first...

Sounds like a good day. Getting rid of the pain might be hard but trying to find distractions is realistic and worthwhile.

JayCS, I’m curious what a self hypnosis is?

Time to time it’s ok to enjoy the forbidden 😊 Thanks for sharing!

Hi. I just attended a conference on Fibromyalgia and one of the things scientists/doctors discussed is meditation and brain power. I'd like to propose for everyone to come here every day and post three positive things that happened to them today. I'll start: 1. Attending FM conference made me...

Hi! I know "Blue". I tried it and it actually helped me sleep very well. Try taking it about 1-2 hours before bedtime. It also depends on what dosage you are. Start small and increase your dose every 2-3 days.