Personal Stories

Chronic Pain - I now know how to deal with it

‘My history of back pain began in the 1970s. I had a very physically demanding job and ...

Sarno Clinic

12 Apr 2023 — 1 min read

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Understand your pain

Imagine understanding your pain so clearly that fear starts to fade and movement feels possible again. Whether you’re living with chronic pain or ...

Photo of clouds shows how using Dr. John Sarno’s approach dissipates stress and perfectionism to reduce pain.

How perfectionism fuels mind-body health issues

Perfectionism is often framed as a strength. You may be praised for being disciplined, reliable, and driven. You hold yourself to ...

Photo of clouds shows how using Dr. John Sarno’s mind-body approach explores social support to dissipate stress and pain.

Building a support network for mind-body healing

Mind-body healing is often described as an individual journey. You learn to regulate your nervous system, process ...

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What kind of yoga helps with back pain?

If you live with back pain, yoga can feel both appealing and intimidating. You may have heard that yoga is good for your ...